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Chicken Cordon Bleu
Faiza Shabir

Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe

This Chicken Cordon Bleu features tender chicken breasts stuffed with savory ham and melty Swiss cheese, then baked to golden perfection. It’s crispy on the outside and creamy inside with every slice. Perfect for special dinners but simple enough for home cooking. Serve with a light cream sauce for extra indulgence.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner
Cuisine: French-Inspired
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 8 slices deli ham
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs panko preferred
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
  • Optional Cream Sauce:
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan
  • Pinch salt and pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Butterfly chicken breasts and pound to even thickness.
  3. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  4. Layer ham and Swiss cheese inside each breast and roll tightly.
  5. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
  6. Dredge chicken in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
  7. Place in baking dish, drizzle with olive oil or butter, and bake 25–30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Optional sauce: melt butter, whisk in flour, add milk, cook until thick, stir in parmesan, and serve over chicken.

Notes

  • Pound chicken evenly so it rolls easily and cooks evenly.
  • Use toothpicks to prevent cheese from leaking out.
  • For extra crispiness, broil 1–2 minutes at the end.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently.

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