Lazy Chicken Cordon Bleu
Streamline your dinner routine with this effortless **Lazy Chicken Cordon Bleu**, a quick yet elegant twist on the classic French dish. Featuring tender, juicy chicken breasts stuffed with savory deli ham and melty Swiss cheese, this recipe skips the time-consuming rolling and delivers all the flavors you love in under an hour. A golden, crispy coating made from seasoned panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese adds an irresistible crunch, while searing and baking ensure perfectly cooked results every time. With just 15 minutes of prep and a handful of pantry staples, this one-pan wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or a simple green salad for a complete, satisfying meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices Deli ham slices
- 4 slices Swiss cheese slices
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with a teaspoon of olive oil or non-stick cooking spray.
Using a sharp knife, slice the chicken breasts horizontally along the thickest part, but do not cut all the way through. Open each piece like a book to form a butterfly shape.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Place a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese onto one side of each butterflied chicken breast. Fold the other side of the chicken over to enclose the filling, creating a pocket.
Prepare three separate bowls: one with the flour, one with the eggs (beaten), and one with a mix of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and dried parsley.
Dredge each stuffed chicken breast first in the flour, shaking off the excess, then dip it in the beaten eggs, and finally coat it thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
Heat the olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. If you don’t have an ovenproof skillet, transfer the chicken to the prepared baking dish after searing.
Place the skillet or baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2657 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.6 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.1 g | 210% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1152 mg | 384% | |
| Sodium | 4208 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.8 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 302.2 g | 604% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1299 mg | 100% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 2422 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.
