Reverse Cordon Bleu
Delight your taste buds with Reverse Cordon Bleu, a creative and flavorful twist on the classic dish that flips the script on indulgence. This recipe features tender chicken breasts stuffed with melty Swiss cheese and savory ham, all encased in a crispy, golden breadcrumb coating. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and a touch of black pepper, each bite is bursting with bold, comforting flavors. With a baking method that keeps the chicken juicy while ensuring a crunchy exterior, this dish is both lighter and easier to prepare than its fried counterpart. Ideal for weeknight dinners or an impressive dinner party centerpiece, Reverse Cordon Bleu is a crowd-pleasing favorite that pairs wonderfully with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables. Keywords: reverse cordon bleu recipe, stuffed chicken breast, crispy breadcrumb coating, baked chicken dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 4 slices Swiss cheese, sliced
- 4 slices Ham, thinly sliced
- 1.5 cups Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil spray or melted butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast. Do not cut all the way through.
Fill the pocket with one slice of Swiss cheese and one slice of ham. Press the chicken breasts together, ensuring the filling is secured inside.
Set up a breading station by placing flour in one shallow bowl, beaten eggs mixed with milk in a second bowl, and breadcrumbs combined with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a third bowl.
Carefully dredge each stuffed chicken breast in the flour, making sure it is coated evenly.
Dip the floured chicken into the egg mixture, letting any excess drip off.
Coat the chicken evenly with the seasoned breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere. Repeat with all chicken breasts.
Place the breaded chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Spray them lightly with olive oil or brush with melted butter to help them crisp up.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C) and the coating is golden brown.
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Slice and enjoy the beautiful, cheesy, ham-stuffed center!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3014 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.8 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.7 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1111 mg | 370% | |
| Sodium | 7274 mg | 316% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 180.9 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 310.4 g | 621% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 1262 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 18.9 mg | 105% | |
| Potassium | 610 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.
