Super Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu
Transform your weeknight dinners with this Super Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe, a simplified take on the classic French favorite. Juicy, tender chicken breasts are rolled with savory deli ham and creamy Swiss cheese, then coated in a perfectly crispy breadcrumb crust. With the added step of pan-searing for a golden exterior before baking to perfection, this dish combines irresistible textures and flavors. Ready in under an hour, this recipe proves that gourmet doesn't have to mean complicated. Pair it with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables for an elegant yet effortless meal worthy of any occasion. Perfect for busy cooks who don't want to sacrifice taste, this is your go-to recipe for restaurant-quality Chicken Cordon Bleu at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 8 slices Deli ham slices
- 4 slices Swiss cheese slices
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 Eggs
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
Place each chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, gently pound the chicken to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch thick.
Season both sides of the chicken with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Lay the chicken breasts flat and place 2 slices of deli ham and 1 slice of Swiss cheese on top of each. Carefully roll the chicken breasts tightly, securing with toothpicks if necessary to hold them closed.
Set up a breading station by placing the flour in one shallow dish, the beaten eggs in a second dish, and the breadcrumbs in a third dish.
Dredge each chicken roll in the flour, ensuring they are lightly coated. Next, dip them into the beaten eggs, and finally coat them thoroughly with breadcrumbs.
Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear each breaded chicken roll for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. This step adds a crispy exterior and seals in the juices.
Transfer the seared chicken to the prepared baking dish and place it in the oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the toothpicks (if used) before serving. Pair the Chicken Cordon Bleu with a side salad, rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.4 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.8 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 542 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 2867 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.4 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 49.4 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 974 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 316 mg | 7% | |
*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.
