Description
Crispy Baked Chicken Cordon Bleu is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken, savory ham, and gooey cheese, all wrapped in a crunchy breadcrumb coating. This recipe is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, delivering restaurant-quality flavor without the fuss. With easy preparation and an impressive presentation, it’s guaranteed to become a favorite at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices high-quality deli ham
- 1 cup Swiss cheese (sliced or shredded)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place each chicken breast between plastic wrap and pound until about ½ inch thick.
- Layer ham and cheese on each chicken breast, then fold over to enclose the filling.
- Dredge each stuffed chicken in flour, dip into beaten eggs, and coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Place on the prepared baking sheet; drizzle lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg