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crispy creamy chicken cordon bleu

Crispy Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu That'll Wow Your Guests

Experience the irresistible flavors of crispy creamy chicken cordon bleu, combining tender chicken, savory ham, and Swiss cheese.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Ensure even thickness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can substitute with fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can be used as a substitute
For the Filling
  • 4 slices Swiss Cheese Gruyere can be used for a bolder flavor
  • 4 slices Thinly Sliced Ham Consider Black Forest or honey ham
For Breading & Frying
  • 1 cup Oil for Frying Peanut or vegetable oil recommended
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour is a good alternative
  • 2 large Eggs Flaxseed mixture can be used for vegan
  • 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs Crushed cornflakes can substitute
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Garlic powder can substitute
  • 1 cup Milk Almond milk for dairy-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can work too
  • 1/4 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be used for vegan

Equipment

  • meat mallet
  • shallow dishes
  • Frying Pan
  • Saucepan
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Chicken by pounding the chicken breasts to about ½ inch thickness.
  2. Assemble Rolls by seasoning the chicken and adding cheese and ham before rolling.
  3. Setup your breading station with flour, eggs, and panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Coat Rolls by dredging in flour, dipping in eggs, and rolling in breadcrumbs.
  5. Cook Rolls in hot oil until golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  6. Make Sauce by melting butter, sautéing garlic, and whisking in the milk and cheese.
  7. Serve by slicing the rolls and drizzling with the Dijon sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is pounded evenly and refrigerate rolls to maintain shape during cooking.

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