Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
389 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe
Description
The Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe features thin chicken breast pieces wrapped around slices of ham and Swiss cheese. The rolls are coated in a blend of bread crumbs and panko, which crisps up during baking at 350°F. This results in a golden crust that contrasts with the melted cheese and savory ham inside. The preparation ensures even cooking by securing the rolls with toothpicks and baking until the chicken is fully cooked.
While the chicken cooks, a smooth sauce is prepared using butter and flour to form a roux, then milk and chicken broth are added gradually, followed by Dijon mustard and Parmesan cheese. This sauce complements the chicken with a creamy texture and mild sharpness, enhancing the overall dish without overpowering the ingredients.
This dish is suitable for serving as an entrée alongside simple sides such as steamed vegetables or a light salad. Its rich and layered flavors make it a filling meal without requiring complicated accompaniments. The recipe's stepwise preparation of both the chicken rolls and sauce ensures a cohesive and satisfying plate.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 3 chicken breast filet to form 6 thin pieces of chicken
- 6 lices ham turkey ham also works great
- 6 lices swiss cheese
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- Toothpicks
- cooking spray
Sauce
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup milk
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350. Spray a 9 x 9 baking dish with cooking spray. Mix the bread crumbs together on a plate or flat dish.
- To make each chicken roll up, layer one slice of ham and one slice of Swiss cheese on each of the chicken pieces. Roll up tightly, then roll in the bread crumb mixture. Secure with toothpicks (I used two per piece) and place in the prepared baking dish.
- Spray with cooking spray. Bake 30 - 35 minutes, or until cooked through.
- When the chicken has about 15 minutes left, make the sauce.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk to form a smooth paste. Cook 2-3 minutes, until golden. Add the milk, whisking constantly, until combined. Cook until slightly thickened, then slowly add the chicken broth while continuing to whisk constantly to prevent lumps. Whisk in the salt and pepper.
- When the sauce has thickened, remove from heat and whisk in the dijon mustard and parmesan cheese until melted and combined. Serve chicken over pasta or rice and drizzle with sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 389 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 389kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 121mg | 40% |
| Sodium | 980mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 597mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 357IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 240mg | 24% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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