Quick Chicken Cordon Bleu
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with Quick Chicken Cordon Bleu, a delightful twist on the classic French dish that’s ready in just 35 minutes! This easy recipe combines tender, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts with savory deli ham and melty Swiss cheese, all wrapped into neat rolls and coated in a golden Parmesan-breadcrumb crust that’s crisped to perfection. Ideal for busy home cooks, the dish uses simple techniques like pan-searing for a flavorful crust followed by baking to lock in juiciness. Whether served with a side of roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes, this impressive yet approachable recipe is sure to wow your family and guests. Perfect for keywords like “easy chicken recipes” and “quick dinner ideas,” Quick Chicken Cordon Bleu is your go-to for elegance without the fuss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices Deli ham
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.25 cups Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place each chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound the chicken until about 1/4 inch thick.
Season each chicken breast with salt and pepper on both sides.
Place one slice of ham and one slice of Swiss cheese on each chicken breast. Roll the chicken tightly around the filling, securing it with toothpicks if necessary.
Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with the flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder.
Dip each chicken roll into the flour, coating evenly, then into the egg, and finally into the breadcrumb mixture. Press the breadcrumbs onto the chicken to ensure it’s fully coated.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken rolls seam-side down and cook for 2-3 minutes, until golden brown. Turn and sear on all sides.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the toothpicks before serving. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing or serving whole. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
725 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.1 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 277 mg | 92% | |
| Sodium | 904 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.6 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 74.1 g | 148% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 295 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 676 mg | 14% | |
*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.
