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Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe

Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe
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Indulge in the classic flavors of Chicken Cordon Bleu with this easy-to-follow recipe. Tender chicken breasts stuffed with ham and Swiss cheese, coated in crispy breadcrumbs, and baked to perfection. A creamy Dijon sauce ties it all together for a delightful dining experience.

Ingredients

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Chicken:

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness

Filling:

  • 4 slices Swiss cheese
  • 4 slices deli ham

Breading:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare chicken: Pound chicken breasts to 1/2-inch thickness. Place a slice of ham and Swiss cheese on each breast, roll tightly, and secure with toothpicks.
  3. Breading: Season flour with salt, pepper, and paprika. Dredge chicken rolls in flour, then in beaten eggs, and coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Cook: Sear chicken rolls in olive oil and butter until golden brown. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
  5. Make sauce: In the same skillet, combine chicken broth, heavy cream, and Dijon mustard. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  6. Serve: Remove toothpicks, slice chicken, and drizzle with sauce before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute Gruyère cheese for a richer flavor.
  • For a lighter version, bake without pan-frying first and spray with olive oil.

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