Description
Homemade chicken cordon bleu melds Swiss cheese and ham within tender chicken breasts, creating a classic comfort dish. Crispy golden breadcrumbs and rich, melted cheese make this French-inspired recipe a delightful meal you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices of ham
- 4 slices of Swiss cheese
- 2 cups heavy cream
Coating Ingredients:
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Seasoning and Finishing Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 375F (190C), ensuring an even temperature for consistent cooking.
- Gently flatten chicken breasts to create a uniform thickness, promoting even cooking and optimal texture.
- Layer a slice of ham and Swiss cheese onto each chicken breast, carefully rolling the meat into a compact cylinder and securing with toothpicks to maintain shape.
- Create a three-stage coating process: first dust chicken rolls in flour, then dip thoroughly in beaten eggs, and finally coat generously with breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese for a crispy exterior.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat, then carefully brown the chicken rolls on all sides, developing a golden, crisp crust.
- Transfer the browned chicken rolls to a baking dish and roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, ensuring the internal temperature reaches a safe 165F.
- While chicken bakes, prepare the cream sauce by gently heating heavy cream in a saucepan and incorporating Dijon mustard, allowing the mixture to simmer and thicken for approximately 5 minutes.
- Remove chicken from the oven, discard toothpicks, drizzle with the creamy Dijon sauce, and serve immediately while hot and fresh.
Notes
- Tenderize chicken carefully to ensure even cooking and prevent tearing during rolling.
- Use toothpicks strategically to keep chicken rolls sealed and prevent unraveling while cooking.
- Opt for panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness and a lighter, crunchier exterior coating.
- Consider lighter alternatives like Greek yogurt or half-and-half to reduce cream sauce calories without compromising flavor.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 570 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg