Description
Indulge in our Deliciously Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe, a perfect blend of savory ham, melty Swiss cheese, and tender chicken, all enveloped in a rich homemade creamy sauce. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also presents beautifully, making it ideal for family dinners or special occasions. With straightforward steps and accessible ingredients, you can impress your guests with this gourmet comfort food that tastes like it came straight from a five-star restaurant. Enjoy the delightful layers of flavor and the elegant presentation that will make any meal memorable!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices of ham
- 8 slices of Swiss cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness of about ¼ inch. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place two slices of ham and two slices of Swiss cheese on each breast; roll tightly and secure with toothpicks.
- Dredge each roll in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- In an oven-proof skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat; brown chicken rolls on all sides (4–5 minutes per side).
- Transfer the skillet to the oven; bake for 20–25 minutes until cooked through.
- For the creamy sauce, heat heavy cream in a saucepan; stir in Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and Parmesan cheese until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Remove toothpicks from chicken rolls before slicing; serve drizzled with creamy sauce and garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken roll (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 130mg