Elegant Chicken Cordon Bleu
Elevate your dinner table with this elegant Chicken Cordon Bleu, a restaurant-worthy dish that's surprisingly simple to make at home. Juicy chicken breasts are butterflied and stuffed with savory ham and creamy Swiss cheese, then expertly breaded with a golden Parmesan-infused crust for a crispy, flavorful finish. Pan-seared to perfection and baked until tender, this dish strikes the perfect balance between sophistication and comfort. Serve it with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a refined, crowd-pleasing meal that’s ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With its irresistible combination of textures and flavors, this classic recipe will quickly become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 4 slices Thinly sliced ham
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 8 pieces Toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking dish by greasing it lightly with olive oil.
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully butterfly each chicken breast by slicing through the center horizontally without cutting all the way through. Open the breast like a book.
Place a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese inside each butterflied chicken breast. Fold the chicken breast tightly and secure the edges with toothpicks to keep the filling intact.
Prepare a breading station by setting up three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, combine the flour with a pinch of salt and pepper. In the second bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. In the third bowl, mix breadcrumbs with grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
Lightly coat each stuffed chicken breast in the seasoned flour, then dip it into the egg mixture, and finally dredge it in the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring it is well coated on all sides.
In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and place in the prepared baking dish.
Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the baked chicken cordon bleu from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Carefully remove the toothpicks before serving.
Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, and pair with a crisp green salad or roasted vegetables for an elegant meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
745 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.1 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 297 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 1341 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 77.1 g | 154% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 306 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 684 mg | 15% | |
*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.
