Description
Chicken Cordon Bleu is a deliciously indulgent dish featuring tender chicken breasts wrapped around savory ham and gooey Swiss cheese, all encased in a crispy breadcrumb coating. This delightful recipe is perfect for special occasions or a cozy dinner at home, sure to impress your family and friends with its rich flavors and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices of thinly sliced ham
- 8 ounces Swiss cheese, sliced
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil or butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place each chicken breast between plastic wrap and pound to about 1/2 inch thick.
- Lay slices of ham and cheese on each flattened breast, then roll tightly and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Dredge each roll in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- In a skillet, heat oil or butter over medium heat and fry the rolls for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (180g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg