Low Fat Breaded Chicken Cordon Bleu
Indulge in a healthier take on a classic favorite with this Low Fat Breaded Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe! Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are stuffed with lean ham and low-fat Swiss cheese, rolled into a compact bundle, and coated in a crispy whole wheat breadcrumb crust flavored with Parmesan, garlic, and paprika. This oven-baked delight eliminates excess oils without compromising on taste or crunch, making it a guilt-free option for weeknight dinners or special occasions. The creamy yet tangy dipping sauce, made with whole grain Dijon mustard and Greek yogurt, adds the perfect finishing touch to every bite. Ready in under an hour and packed with flavor, this dish will quickly become a go-to for satisfying comfort food cravings without the extra fat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices low-fat Swiss cheese
- 4 slices lean ham
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons whole grain Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large egg whites
- cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat it with cooking spray.
Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet, gently pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch.
Lay out each chicken breast and place one slice of ham and one slice of low-fat Swiss cheese on top. Roll up each chicken breast tightly, tucking in the ends, and secure with toothpicks.
In a shallow dish, whisk together the egg whites until slightly frothy.
In another shallow dish, combine the whole wheat breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Dip each rolled chicken breast into the egg whites, ensuring it's fully coated, then roll it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing the crumbs onto the chicken to ensure they stick.
Place the coated chicken rolls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray to help with browning.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.
While the chicken is baking, mix the whole grain Dijon mustard and plain Greek yogurt in a small bowl to create a dipping sauce.
Remove toothpicks before serving and serve the Chicken Cordon Bleu hot with the mustard yogurt sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2087 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.0 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 681 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 5093 mg | 221% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.5 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 303.5 g | 607% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1152 mg | 89% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 2734 mg | 58% | |
*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.
