Crispy Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu
Delight in this indulgent comfort food that combines crispy panko breadcrumbs with creamy cheese and flavorful ham for a perfect presentation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 slices deli ham
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter (for brushing)
- 1 tbsp butter (for sauce)
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (for roux)
- 3/4 cup milk or cream
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pound the chicken breasts to a uniform 1/2-inch thickness and season with salt and pepper.
- Layer 2 slices of ham and 2 slices of cheese on each chicken breast, roll them up, and secure with toothpicks.
- Dredge in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Arrange on the baking sheet and brush with olive oil or melted butter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan, stir in flour for a roux, gradually add milk or cream, and thicken with Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Remove toothpicks if desired, drizzle the creamy sauce over the chicken, and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
Make ahead by preparing chicken rolls a day in advance. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Find it online: https://www.tastysavvy.com/crispy-creamy-chicken-cordon-bleu/