Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu
A luxurious twist on the classic Chicken Cordon Bleu, featuring tender chicken stuffed with ham and Swiss cheese, baked to perfection, and smothered in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for a comforting dinner or special occasion.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking dish
- Meat mallet
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Skillet
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 slices ham
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Flatten chicken breasts with a meat mallet to about 1/2-inch thickness.
- Place a slice of ham and Swiss cheese on each chicken breast and roll tightly, securing with toothpicks if needed.
- Dredge each roll in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown chicken rolls on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add heavy cream, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until sauce thickens slightly.
- Pour creamy sauce over baked chicken rolls.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving, approx.):
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Protein: 38 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
- Sodium: 900 mg