Description
Cheesy chicken cordon bleu elevates classic comfort cuisine with Swiss cheese and ham nestled inside golden-crusted chicken breasts. Crispy exterior and melted filling make this dish a crowd-pleasing classic you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices of ham
- 4 slices of Swiss cheese (or Gruyere)
Coating Ingredients:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ½ cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Activate the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C), preparing a baking vessel with a light coating of cooking spray or parchment paper lining.
- Carefully butterfly each chicken breast, creating a flat surface for stuffing by slicing horizontally without completely separating the halves.
- Layer thin slices of Swiss cheese and folded ham inside the opened chicken breast, ensuring even distribution across the interior.
- Gently roll the chicken breast, securing the filling within, and use toothpicks to prevent unraveling during cooking.
- Combine breadcrumbs with dried herbs, creating a savory coating mixture that will provide a crisp exterior.
- Whisk eggs in a separate shallow dish, preparing a binding agent for the breading process.
- Dip each rolled chicken bundle into the whisked eggs, ensuring complete coverage, then carefully roll in the herbed breadcrumb mixture.
- Transfer the breaded chicken rolls to the prepared baking dish, positioning them with space between each piece for even heat circulation.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches a golden-brown exterior and internal temperature reads 165°F (74°C).
- Remove toothpicks before serving, allowing the chicken to rest for 3-5 minutes to lock in moisture and make cutting easier.
Notes
- Select chicken breasts that are evenly sized to ensure uniform cooking and prevent dryness.
- Consider using a meat mallet to pound chicken breasts to an even thickness for more consistent rolling and stuffing.
- Seal the chicken rolls tightly with toothpicks or kitchen twine to prevent the cheese and ham from leaking during baking.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like Gruyère or Swiss for unique flavor profiles while maintaining the classic cordon bleu essence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg