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Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu

Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu: A Cozy Dinner Everyone Loves

This Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe brings comfort and nostalgia, combining savory ham and rich Swiss cheese in a crunchy panko crust.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 4 slices Cooked Ham thinly sliced
  • 4 slices Swiss Cheese or mozzarella for a milder flavor
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 large Eggs beaten
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs for an ultra-crispy crust
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Meat mallet
  • Shallow Bowls
  • baking dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Pound the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Layer slices of Swiss cheese and cooked ham on each chicken breast.
  4. Roll the chicken breasts tightly, securing with toothpicks.
  5. Set up a dredging station with flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs in shallow bowls.
  6. Coat each chicken roll in flour, then dip in eggs, and finally roll in panko breadcrumbs.
  7. In a skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Brown the chicken rolls for about 5 minutes per side until crispy.
  8. Transfer the chicken rolls to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
  9. In the same skillet, prepare the creamy sauce by melting butter and whisking in flour, then gradually adding milk and stirring in Parmesan cheese and Dijon mustard.
  10. Serve the chicken warm, drizzled with creamy sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the chicken rolls are pounded evenly for optimal cooking. Use a meat thermometer for safety, and let the chicken rest before serving to maintain juiciness.

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