Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of chicken cordon bleu, where crispy, golden-brown chicken envelops savory ham and gooey melted Swiss cheese. This dish is perfect for special occasions or cozy family gatherings, promising to impress your guests with its delightful crunch and rich taste. Experience a moment of culinary bliss with each bite of this classic favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices thinly sliced ham
- 1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound until about half an inch thick.
- Season each chicken breast with salt and pepper. Layer ham and Swiss cheese on top.
- Roll each breast tightly around the fillings and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Prepare three shallow dishes: one with seasoned flour, another with beaten eggs, and the last with panko breadcrumbs. Dredge each roll in flour, then egg, and finally coat with panko.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken rolls until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Let rest for a few minutes before slicing to reveal the melty cheese inside.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg