Cordon Bleu Melts
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Cordon Bleu Melts, a sandwich recipe that brings gourmet elegance to your table with minimal effort. Juicy chicken breasts, seared to perfection, are layered with savory deli-style ham, creamy Swiss cheese, and a tangy Dijon-mayo spread, all nestled in crusty Italian bread or baguettes. Finished with a quick bake in the oven to melt the cheese into gooey perfection, these warm, golden sandwiches combine classic French-inspired flavors with a comforting, melt-in-your-mouth twist. Perfect for a quick dinner or a crowd-pleasing lunch, this dish is ready in just 35 minutes and can be garnished with fresh parsley for an extra pop of freshness and color. Whether you're a fan of traditional chicken cordon bleu or just looking for a hearty yet simple sandwich recipe, these melts are sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breast
- 4 slices Deli-style ham
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 loaf Italian bread or baguette
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Butterfly the chicken breasts by slicing them horizontally almost all the way through, then open them flat like a book.
Season the chicken on both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken until golden brown on both sides and fully cooked, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
Slice the Italian bread or baguette into 4 even sections, then slice each section in half horizontally to form sandwich bases.
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. Spread this mixture onto each half of the bread.
Place a cooked chicken breast on the bottom half of each sandwich, followed by a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese.
Place the sandwich halves onto a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the sandwiches from the oven and top with the remaining bread halves.
Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2481 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.3 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.1 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 397 mg | 132% | |
| Sodium | 6061 mg | 264% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.0 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 157.8 g | 316% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1530 mg | 118% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 1566 mg | 33% | |
*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.
