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Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese Sauce

Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese Sauce

This Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese Sauce is a comforting dish featuring tender chicken, savory ham, and gooey Swiss cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER RECIPES
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Cordon Bleu Ingredients
  • 3 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Choose high-quality chicken for a tender bite.
  • 6 slices thinly sliced ham Opt for a flavorful ham that enhances the dish's savory profile.
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese This cheese melts beautifully and adds rich creaminess.
Breading
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour Helps create a crispy coating when frying.
  • 2 large eggs Beaten, acts as a binder.
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs These give the Chicken Cordon Bleu an extra crunch.
Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Adds richness and depth to the sauce.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Ensures a creamy consistency that perfectly complements the chicken.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Enhances flavors.
Seasoning
  • salt and pepper To taste, essential for elevating flavors.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • baking dish
  • Meat thermometer
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray your baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Pound the chicken breasts between sheets of plastic wrap until about half an inch thick. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Layer ham slices and Swiss cheese on each chicken breast, roll tightly, and secure with toothpicks.
  4. Dredge each chicken roll in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  5. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chicken rolls until golden brown on all sides, around 5 minutes per side.
  6. Transfer the browned chicken to your baking dish and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  7. In the same skillet, add heavy cream and garlic powder; stir until slightly thickened. Drizzle over chicken before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 700IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pound chicken evenly for quick cooking. Generously season with salt and pepper for best flavor. Press panko crumbs for better adhesion.

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