Description
Crispy Baked Chicken Cordon Bleu is a delightful twist on a classic favorite that combines tender chicken, savory ham, and gooey Swiss cheese, all wrapped in a crunchy breadcrumb coating. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, bringing restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen. Serve it with your favorite sides for a meal that will impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices thinly sliced ham
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
- Season each side with salt and pepper, then layer ham and Swiss cheese on one side of each breast.
- Roll the chicken tightly, tucking in the sides as you go, and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with seasoning. Dredge each rolled chicken breast in flour, dip into egg, then coat generously in breadcrumbs.
- Place coated chicken rolls on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken roll (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg