Awesome Chicken Cordon Bleu
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Awesome Chicken Cordon Bleu, a classic dish elevated with a crispy Parmesan breadcrumb crust and a gooey, cheesy center. This recipe combines tender, juicy chicken breasts stuffed with savory Swiss cheese and ham, rolled to perfection, and baked until golden brown. Impress your family and friends with its gourmet presentation, while enjoying how simple it is to prepare in just under an hour. With step-by-step instructions that include a homemade breading station and tips for perfect results, this recipe is ideal for dinner parties, date nights, or even a comforting weeknight meal. Serve these delectable chicken rolls with a side of roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a show-stopping dish everyone will love. Perfectly crispy, cheesy, and full of flavor, this baked Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe is sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 slices ham
- 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cups breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 as needed olive oil spray
- 8 pieces toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil spray.
Place one chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper and pound it gently with a meat mallet until it is about 1/4 inch thick. Repeat with the remaining chicken breasts.
Place one slice of Swiss cheese and one slice of ham on top of each flattened chicken breast. Roll each piece tightly, starting at one end, and secure with 2 toothpicks to hold the roll together.
Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs combined with grated Parmesan cheese.
Dredge each chicken roll first in flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the beaten eggs and coat it evenly with the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture.
Place the coated chicken rolls seam-side down into the prepared baking dish.
Lightly spray the tops of the rolls with olive oil to help them brown during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the breadcrumbs are golden brown and crispy. Use an instant-read thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before removing the toothpicks. Serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1639 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.9 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.1 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1014 mg | 338% | |
| Sodium | 3757 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 266.4 g | 533% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 1230 mg | 95% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2401 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
