π Supreme De Volaille Mondenese Recipe π
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4
Description:
Move over Chicken Cordon Bleu! This Supreme De Volaille Mondenese recipe, inspired by the culinary genius Pierre Franey, is an absolute showstopper! Each bite is a delightful symphony of flavorsβtender chicken, savory prosciutto, and rich, gooey cheese. This dish pairs perfectly with creamy homemade mashed potatoes. Remember, for the most exquisite results, stick to the recipe’s ingredients. While fontina cheese works wonderfully, we’ve found that gruyere cheese adds that extra touch of magic!
Ingredients:
| Amount | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Boneless, skinless chicken breasts |
| 1 | Egg |
| Flour | |
| 1 | Stick of Butter |
| 1 | Thinly sliced prosciutto |
| 1/4 | Pound of Gruyere cheese (or fontina, if preferred) |
| 3 | Tablespoons of Olive Oil |
| 4 | Slices of coarse-textured French or Italian bread (for breadcrumbs) |
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven:
- Begin by preheating your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Prepare the Chicken:
- Using a sharp knife, carefully split the chicken breasts lengthwise down the center. This should yield four pieces.
- Trim away any excess fat from each piece.
- Place each chicken piece between sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound with a flat mallet to an even thickness.
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Prepare the Coating:
- In a flat dish, whisk together the egg, a pinch of salt, pepper to taste, and olive oil. Mix until well combined.
- Spread the flour in another flat dish.
- Place the breadcrumbs in yet another flat dish.
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Coat the Chicken:
- Dip each chicken piece first into the flour, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
- Next, dip the chicken into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Finally, coat the chicken generously with the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
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Brown the Chicken:
- In a heavy skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once it begins to turn a lovely golden brown, add the chicken pieces.
- Cook the chicken for approximately 4 minutes on one side, or until beautifully golden.
- Carefully flip the chicken pieces and cook for an additional 4 to 5 minutes, ensuring both sides are golden and cooked through.
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Assemble the Dish:
- Transfer the browned chicken pieces to a baking dish.
- Top each piece with a luscious slice of prosciutto, ensuring full coverage.
- Follow this with a generous layer of the chosen cheese, whether it be the classic gruyere or fontina.
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Bake to Perfection:
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and let the magic happen for about 10 minutes.
- The cheese should be wonderfully melted and bubbly, and the chicken cooked to juicy perfection.
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Serve and Enjoy!:
- Once out of the oven, let the Supreme De Volaille Mondenese rest for a minute or two.
- Serve hot, perhaps alongside a heaping portion of creamy mashed potatoes or your favorite side dish.
- Get ready to revel in the layers of flavors and the tender, cheesy goodness of this delightful dish!
Bonus Tip: How to Make Fresh Bread Crumbs:
- To make your own fine, fresh bread crumbs, start with coarse-textured French or Italian bread.
- Cut enough bread into cubes to fill a food processor, roughly one cup.
- Process the bread until it forms fine crumbs.
- Place a sieve over a bowl and add the crumbs.
- Press and shake the crumbs through the sieve, discarding any larger pieces that remain.
Now, savor each bite of this Supreme De Volaille Mondenese, a dish that’s sure to become a favorite at your dinner table! π½β¨
