Description
Crispy golden chicken cordon bleu delivers Swiss cheese and ham’s delightful embrace within tender chicken breasts. Homemade comfort combines classic French-inspired flavors with simple ingredients, promising a satisfying meal you’ll savor with every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices of ham
- 4 ounces (113 grams) Swiss cheese
Coating Ingredients:
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Serving Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons mustard
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 400F (200C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Gently flatten chicken breasts to an even half-inch thickness using a meat mallet, ensuring uniform cooking.
- Create elegant rolls by layering each chicken breast with thin slices of ham and Swiss cheese, carefully tucking and rolling into compact parcels.
- Develop a crispy exterior by coating each chicken roll: first dust with flour, then dip into beaten eggs, and finally roll in panko breadcrumbs for maximum crunch.
- Arrange the prepared rolls seam-side down in the greased baking dish, maintaining space between each piece for even heat circulation.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until the exterior turns golden brown and the internal temperature reaches a safe 165F (75C) using a meat thermometer.
- Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 3-4 minutes, allowing juices to redistribute and ensuring a moist, tender texture.
- Slice diagonally and garnish with a light drizzle of tangy mustard sauce for an extra flavor dimension before serving.
Notes
- Select chicken breasts of uniform thickness to ensure even cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Chill rolled chicken for 15 minutes before breading to help coating stick better and prevent unraveling during baking.
- Substitute gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes for a celiac-friendly version without compromising crispy texture.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like Gruyère or provolone to create unique flavor profiles while maintaining classic dish structure.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg