Description
Chicken Cordon Bleu is a classic dish that brings together tender, crispy breaded chicken, savory chicken ham, and gooey Swiss cheese. This French-inspired delight is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy weeknight meal with family. Not only does it impress with its elegant appearance, but it’s also surprisingly easy to make, allowing novice cooks to create a restaurant-quality dish right at home. The rich Parmesan Dijon sauce drizzled over the top elevates this meal further, making every bite a delightful experience.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 16 slices Swiss cheese
- ½ pound chicken ham
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 eggs, beaten
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups milk
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Pound to about ½ inch thickness.
- Layer Swiss cheese and chicken ham on each flattened breast.
- Roll tightly in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with eggs, and one with panko.
- Remove rolls from wrap and coat in flour, then egg mixture, followed by panko breadcrumbs.
- Fry in hot oil until golden brown on both sides; finish cooking in the oven if needed.
- For the sauce: Melt butter, sauté garlic, whisk in flour and milk until thickened; stir in mustard and Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: Chill the rolls to ensure they hold their shape while frying. Use panko breadcrumbs for an extra crispy texture. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses based on your preference.