Description
Classic Chicken Cordon Bleu is a golden, crispy chicken roll filled with smoky ham and melty Swiss cheese, delivering a perfect contrast of crunch and creamy richness in every slice.
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts: 4 large, boneless and skinless
- Ham slices: 4 thin slices
- Swiss cheese: 4 slices
- All-purpose flour: 1 cup
- Eggs: 2 large, beaten with a splash of water
- Breadcrumbs: 1 1/2 cups
- Parmesan cheese: 1/4 cup, grated
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Butter: 2 tablespoons
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Combine Ingredients: Set up three shallow bowls: one with the flour, one with the beaten eggs and a splash of water, and one with the breadcrumbs mixed with grated Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Place the greased baking dish nearby and have a wire rack ready if you want an extra-crispy crust.
- Assemble the Dish: Butterfly and pound each chicken breast thin. Place one slice of ham and one slice of Swiss cheese on each breast, roll tightly and secure with toothpicks. Dredge each roll in flour, dip in the egg wash, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Cook to Perfection: Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown each chicken roll on all sides until golden, then transfer them to the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Finishing Touches: Carefully remove toothpicks, let the chicken rest for 2 to 3 minutes to keep it juicy, then slice at an angle for presentation.
- Serve and Enjoy: Arrange slices on a platter or individual plates, garnish with parsley and lemon if desired, and serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Pound the chicken evenly so it cooks uniformly and is easy to roll.
- Chill the cheese and ham before assembling to reduce leakage while cooking.
- Double-dip the coating (flour, egg, breadcrumbs) for an extra-crispy crust.
- Use a thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- To freeze: Assemble uncooked rolls, wrap tightly, and freeze. Bake from frozen, adding extra baking time until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (about 1 chicken breast)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg