Description
Cordon Bleu Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that features succulent chicken breasts stuffed with savory Black Forest ham and melted Swiss Gruyere cheese. The crispy panko coating provides a delightful crunch, while the creamy Dijon sauce adds a rich flavor that elevates this classic recipe. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this dish not only impresses guests but also satisfies every palate. With simple preparation steps, even novice cooks can create this stunning meal. Serve it alongside fresh salads, comforting sides, and seasonal vegetables for a complete dining experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium chicken breasts
- 8 slices Black Forest ham
- 1 1/4 cups Swiss Gruyere cheese
- 1 1/4 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a baking sheet with a rack.
- Flatten each chicken breast to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
- Layer ham and cheese on each flattened breast, then roll tightly and secure with toothpicks.
- Prepare panko breading in a skillet until golden brown; combine with Parmesan and spices.
- Coat each chicken roll in a Dijon wash, then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Meanwhile, combine sauce ingredients in a saucepan; simmer until thickened.
- Slice the chicken and serve warm drizzled with Dijon cream sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg