Heart-Healthy Chicken Cordon Bleu
Indulge in the classic comfort of Chicken Cordon Bleu with a heart-healthy twist! This recipe transforms the traditional dish into a guilt-free delight by swapping out fatty ingredients for lean turkey breast or low-fat ham and reduced-fat Swiss cheese. Coated in seasoned whole wheat breadcrumbs mixed with a touch of Parmesan and aromatic spices, each tender chicken breast is baked to golden perfection, not fried, for a lighter yet satisfying crunch. Using low-sodium chicken broth and a light olive oil spray keeps the dish flavorful and diet-friendly without sacrificing texture. Ready in under 45 minutes, this wholesome, oven-baked dish is perfect for busy weeknights or a healthy family dinner when paired with steamed veggies or a crisp green salad. Packed with protein and low in unhealthy fats, Heart-Healthy Chicken Cordon Bleu delivers all the flavor you crave in a nutritious way!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
- 4 slices thinly sliced cooked turkey breast or low-fat ham
- 4 slices reduced-fat Swiss cheese
- 0.5 cups whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 as needed olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Pound the chicken breasts gently between two sheets of plastic wrap to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch.
Place one slice of turkey breast and one slice of Swiss cheese on each chicken breast.
Roll up the chicken breasts tightly and secure them with toothpicks.
In a shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and black pepper.
Brush each rolled chicken breast with chicken broth to help the breadcrumb mixture adhere.
Roll the chicken pieces in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to coat evenly.
Spray a baking dish with olive oil spray and place the coated chicken breasts in the dish.
Lightly spray the tops of the chicken with olive oil spray for a golden crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.
Remove toothpicks before serving. Serve with steamed vegetables or a green salad for a complete heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1746 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.4 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 704 mg | 235% | |
| Sodium | 2676 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 275.6 g | 551% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 974 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 2435 mg | 52% | |
*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.
