Chicken Cordon Bleu
Chicken Cordon Bleu is a delightful dish that beautifully marries tender chicken, savory ham, and gooey Swiss cheese for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this recipe delivers a satisfying crunch with every bite. Impress your guests or treat yourself to this easy-to-follow recipe that guarantees delicious results every time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 slices deli ham
- 8 oz Swiss cheese, sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (for sauce)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to about half an inch thick.
- Season each breast with salt and pepper, layer with ham and cheese, then roll tightly like a burrito.
- Set up a dredging station: one bowl with seasoned flour, another with beaten eggs, and the last with breadcrumbs mixed with olive oil.
- Coat each rolled chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, then roll in breadcrumbs.
- Place on a greased baking sheet seam-side down. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of at least 165°F).
- For the sauce, whisk together mustard and olive oil; adjust to taste.
- Let the chicken rest before slicing and serve drizzled with sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg