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Irresistible Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe

Irresistible Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe: Easy and Flavor-Packed!

This Irresistible Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe will transform your weeknight meals with its golden crust and savory filling.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main dish
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 slices thinly sliced ham
  • 8 oz fresh Swiss cheese, sliced
For the Breading
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
For Flavor
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Meat mallet
  • Bowls for breading station

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Pound each chicken breast between plastic wrap to about half an inch thick.
  3. Layer ham and Swiss cheese on each chicken piece, then roll tightly and secure with toothpicks.
  4. Set up a breading station: one bowl with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
  5. Dip each rolled chicken piece first in flour, then into the egg, and finally coat with panko.
  6. Arrange the breaded rolls in the greased baking dish, drizzle with olive oil or melted butter, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant touch.

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