Indulge in the classic elegance of Chicken Cordon Bleu, a dish that perfectly balances tender chicken, savory ham, and creamy Swiss cheese. What sets this recipe apart is its simplicity and timeless appeal. The combination of juicy chicken breasts wrapped around flavorful ham and cheese creates a delightful blend of tastes and satisfaction. Join me in preparing this dish, which is sure to impress your family and friends with its comforting flavors and impressive presentation.
Prep time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 25 minutes | Total time: 45 minutes
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 slices ham
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish and set aside.
- Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, pound the chicken to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch.
- Season each chicken breast with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Lay a slice of Swiss cheese and a slice of ham on each chicken breast. Roll up each chicken breast, securing the ends with toothpicks if needed.
- In separate shallow dishes, place the flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese.
- Dredge each chicken roll first in the flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken rolls on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Transfer the browned chicken rolls to the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve the Chicken Cordon Bleu hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutritional information:
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 450
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
- Sodium: 700mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 16g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 1g
- Protein: 45g