Description
Oven Chicken Cordon Bleu is a delightful dish that brings together tender, juicy chicken, layers of savory ham, and melted Swiss cheese, all enveloped in a crispy breadcrumb coating. This easy recipe transforms a classic favorite into an impressive meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a flavorful dish sure to please everyone at the table. Serve it alongside creamy garlic mashed potatoes or a fresh salad for a complete dining experience that will leave your family and guests asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices of deli ham
- 8 slices of Swiss cheese
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- Olive oil spray or melted butter for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with grease.
- Pound the chicken breasts between plastic wrap to an even thickness.
- Layer two slices of ham and two slices of Swiss cheese on each breast, then roll tightly and secure with toothpicks.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs. Dip each roll in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs.
- Place on the baking sheet and lightly spray/baste with oil or butter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp should reach 165°F).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken roll (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg