California Turkey Scaloppine

The bright, sunny flavors of California are reflected in this turkey scallopini made with turkey breast, avocado, tomatoes and cheese. From Great American Recipes recipe collection

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb turkey breast, sliced (apx 8 pieces)
• 4  tablespoons white wine or 2  tablespoons lemon juice
• 1  egg
• 1  tablespoon water
• 1⁄2 cup  dry breadcrumbs
• 1  tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon paprika
• 2  tablespoons parsley, chopped
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 8  slices tomatoes, Ripe
• 1  avocado, sliced
• 8  slices cheddar cheese, thin
• 4  sprigs parsley

Directions

1. Pound turkey slices between two sheets of waxed paper until thin.
2. Marinate in wine or lemon juice in refrigerator 30 minutes to one hour.
3. Beat egg slightly with water. Combine bread crumbs with flour, salt, paprika and parsley.
4. Dip turkey slices in egg, then coat with bread crumb mixture. Chill for 1 hour.
5. In large skillet heat 2 Tbl olice oil. Saute turkey about 3 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove to shallow baking pan.
6. Place tomato and avocado on each turkey scallopini, then top with cheese.
7. Place under broiler until cheese melts.
8. Arrange on platter or individual plates, allowing 2 slices per person. Garnish with fresh parsley.