Chicken & Hazelnut Cordon Bleu Schnitzel

For the chicken:

• 4 chicken breasts
• 4 slices cooked ham
• 4 slices Swiss cheese or Gruyère
• 4 tsp Dijon-style mustard
• ½ cup all-purpose flour, seasoned with salt and pepper
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or fresh)
• ½ cup hazelnuts, diced
• Sea salt and black pepper
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter

To serve:

• Lemon wedges
• Green salad or mashed potatoes

Here’s How:

1. Prepare the chicken: Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket. Spread the mustard on the ham and cheese, roll them together, and place inside the pocket. Fold over and press gently to seal.
2. Coat the schnitzels: Mix the breadcrumbs and hazelnuts in one bowl. Place the seasoned flour in another, and the beaten eggs in a third. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in the egg, then coat in the hazelnut breadcrumb
3. Cook: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium Fry the schnitzels for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Alternatively, spray with oil and cook in an air fryer at 350°F (180°C) for about 20 minutes, until golden, crispy, and cooked through.
4. Serve: Slice and serve family-style with lemon wedges, salad, or buttery mashed potatoes. The hazelnut crust gives every bite a rich, satisfying