Description
Succulent chicken cordon bleu rolls combine Swiss cheese and ham in a crispy golden breading. Classic French-inspired dish offers comfort and elegance with simple ingredients and straightforward preparation. You’ll savor each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 4 slices thinly sliced deli ham
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- 1/2 cup flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 375°F and lightly coating a baking dish with cooking spray.
- Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and gently flatten to an even half-inch thickness using a meat mallet.
- Arrange Swiss cheese and ham slices across the surface of each flattened chicken breast.
- Carefully roll the chicken, encasing the cheese and ham completely, then secure each bundle with toothpicks to prevent unraveling.
- Create a three-part breading station: season flour with salt and pepper in the first dish, whisk eggs in the second, and spread panko breadcrumbs in the third.
- Methodically coat each chicken roll by first dredging in seasoned flour, ensuring complete coverage.
- Dip the floured roll into beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off for an even coating.
- Roll the egg-washed chicken in panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure a crisp, uniform exterior.
- Transfer the breaded chicken rolls to the prepared baking dish, spacing them slightly apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, monitoring until the exterior turns golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F for food safety.
Notes
- Tenderize chicken evenly to ensure uniform cooking and prevent dry spots.
- Use thin, high-quality deli ham and Swiss cheese for maximum flavor and smooth melting.
- Chill rolled chicken for 15 minutes before breading to help coating stick better and prevent unraveling during baking.
- Opt for Japanese panko breadcrumbs for extra crispy exterior compared to traditional breadcrumbs.
- Check internal temperature with meat thermometer to guarantee food safety without overcooking.
- For gluten-free version, substitute flour with almond meal and use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Experiment with different cheese variations like Gruyère or provolone for unique flavor profiles.
- Avoid overstuffing chicken rolls to prevent cheese leakage and maintain structural integrity.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg