Easy Shortcut Chicken Cordon Bleu
Elevate your dinner game with this Easy Shortcut Chicken Cordon Bleu, a simplified take on the classic French dish! With tender, juicy chicken breasts stuffed with savory deli ham and gooey Swiss cheese, this recipe combines gourmet flavors with weeknight-friendly ease. A crispy, golden breadcrumb and Parmesan coating adds a delightful crunch, while a quick stovetop-to-oven cooking method ensures perfectly cooked chicken every time. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is perfect for impressing guests or satisfying your family's cravings without the fuss. Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or buttery mashed potatoes for a complete meal. Whether you're short on time or simply looking for a foolproof way to enjoy a restaurant-quality favorite, this shortcut chicken cordon bleu is the ultimate comfort food solution.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices Deli ham
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cups Plain breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Pepper
- as needed Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray.
Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them with a meat mallet or rolling pin until they are about 1/2-inch thick.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Lay one slice of ham and one slice of Swiss cheese onto each chicken breast. Roll each chicken breast tightly into a log shape, enclosing the ham and cheese.
To secure the rolls, use toothpicks or tie them with kitchen twine.
Set up a breading station: Place the flour in one shallow bowl, beat the eggs in a second bowl, and combine the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese in a third bowl.
Dredge each chicken roll first in flour, shaking off excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated, then press it into the breadcrumb mixture, covering the entire surface.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken rolls, seam side down, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
Remove the chicken from the oven, let it rest for 5 minutes, and carefully remove any toothpicks or twine before serving.
Slice each roll into medallions for an elegant presentation, or serve whole alongside your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2836 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.6 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.8 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1131 mg | 377% | |
| Sodium | 5341 mg | 232% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.0 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.4 g | ||
| Protein | 309.3 g | 619% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 1661 mg | 128% | |
| Iron | 17.4 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 2830 mg | 60% | |
*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.
