Inside Out Chicken Cordon Blue
Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Inside Out Chicken Cordon Bleu! This creative twist on the classic dish flips the concept, tucking savory ham and melty Swiss cheese into a perfectly seasoned chicken breast for a delightfully cheesy surprise in every bite. Coated in a crispy Parmesan-panko crust, these golden beauties are first seared to perfection and then finished in the oven for a foolproof, juicy result. With just 20 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking time, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve alongside roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad for a complete and sophisticated meal your family or guests will love. Easy, delicious, and packed with texture and flavor, this Inside Out Chicken Cordon Bleu is sure to become your new go-to recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices thinly sliced deli ham
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket, being careful not to cut all the way through.
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder inside and out.
Lay two slices of ham flat on your work surface and place one slice of Swiss cheese in the center. Wrap the cheese with the ham, folding it neatly.
Stuff the ham and cheese bundle into the pocket of each chicken breast, and press the edges of the chicken to seal the pocket as best as possible.
Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes. Place flour in the first dish, beaten eggs in the second, and a mixture of panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese in the third.
Carefully coat each stuffed chicken breast in flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally press it into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Heat the butter and olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Once the butter is melted and bubbling, add the breaded chicken breasts.
Sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the Inside Out Chicken Cordon Bleu with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
730 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.9 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 291 mg | 97% | |
| Sodium | 1251 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.3 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 73.9 g | 148% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 298 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 616 mg | 13% | |
*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.
