Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe
Indulge in the classic combination of tender chicken, savory ham, and gooey Swiss cheese with this easy and delicious Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Chicken Cordon Bleu:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 slices deli ham
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably Panko)
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- optional: toothpicks to secure
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Pound the chicken: between plastic wrap to 1/4-inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
- Layer ingredients: Place ham and cheese on chicken. Roll and secure with toothpicks.
- Dredge and coat: Roll in flour, dip in eggs, coat with breadcrumbs and butter.
- Bake: Place in dish and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and serve: Let rest 5 minutes, then slice and serve.
Notes
- For a crispier finish, bake on a wire rack over a baking sheet.
- Serve with a side of Dijon cream sauce for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
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