Best Easy Cotoletta alla Valdostana Recipe

Breaded veal stuffed with fontina and prosciutto from Valle d'Aosta. This high protein mediterranean dish is a family favorite that takes the classic cutlet to indulgent alpine heights.

Cook 40 min Difficulty NORMAL 520 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • veal cutlets 4 pieces
  • fontina cheese 4 oz
  • prosciutto 4 slices
  • large eggs 2 pieces
  • all-purpose flour 0.5 cup
  • breadcrumbs 1 cup
  • unsalted butter 3 tbsp
  • olive oil 3 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • salt 1 tsp
  • black pepper 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 24 g 19%
Protein 41 g 32%
Fat 27 g 49%
Serving size 260g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Lay each veal cutlet flat between plastic wrap and pound gently with a meat mallet until 1/4-inch thick for even cooking.

  2. 2

    Season cutlets with salt and pepper, then layer each with a slice of fontina cheese and a slice of prosciutto. Fold in half to enclose the filling and gently press edges.

  3. 3

    Set up three shallow bowls: flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and breadcrumbs in the third. Dredge each stuffed cutlet first in flour (shake off excess), then in egg, and finally coat thoroughly in breadcrumbs.

  4. 4

    Allow the breaded cutlets to rest for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter foams but does not brown.

  5. 5

    Cook each cotoletta for 5–6 minutes per side, turning carefully and adjusting heat to maintain medium—cook until golden brown, the cheese is melted, and veal is just cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and let rest 2 minutes before serving.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
Fontina cheese is the star ingredient in Cotoletta alla Valdostana, delivering a creamy, alpine flavor and perfect melt inside the veal cutlet. Paired with savory prosciutto, these components set this dish apart from regular breaded veal.
Q. How do I prevent the veal from overcooking or becoming dry?
Pound the veal to an even 1/4-inch thickness, use medium heat so the breading becomes golden without burning, and cook 5–6 minutes per side. Rest after frying allows the juices to settle and prevents dryness.
Q. What gives this dish its signature texture?
Pressing the cutlet edges gently keeps the cheese and prosciutto sealed inside the veal, while the careful breading and pan-frying deliver a crisp exterior shell enclosing the melted interior. Resting briefly after cooking preserves this contrast.
Q. How many calories and how much protein does each serving provide?
Each serving of this Cotoletta alla Valdostana provides approximately 520 kcal and a generous 41 grams of protein, accounting for 32% of its caloric content. This makes it a high-protein main dish suitable for protein-focused meals.
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