Chicken Cordon Bleu
A gourmet delight that combines crispy chicken, melted Swiss cheese, and savory ham for a comforting dish that’s perfect for special occasions or a cozy family dinner.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 slices of Swiss cheese
- 4 slices of ham
- 1 cup of breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup of flour
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup of butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Take each chicken breast and place a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese inside.
- Season the outside of your chicken with salt and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, coating it well.
- Beat the eggs in a separate bowl to create an egg wash.
- Dip each floured chicken breast into the egg wash, then coat generously with breadcrumbs.
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat and brown the chicken on all sides.
- Transfer the browned chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and herbs before stuffing. Gluten-free options are available by substituting with gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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