Description
Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu is a culinary masterpiece that marries tender chicken breasts with savory ham and rich Swiss cheese, all enveloped in a crispy golden breadcrumb coating. Drizzled with a luscious creamy Dijon sauce, this dish is not only perfect for special occasions but also an impressive weeknight dinner. Its delightful combination of flavors and textures will have everyone asking for seconds. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy family meal, this easy-to-follow recipe promises to elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 16 slices Swiss cheese
- ½ lb thinly sliced ham
- Peanut or vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 beaten eggs
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Pound to about ½ inch thick.
- Layer Swiss cheese and ham on each breast, then roll tightly and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oil in a deep pan to 325°F (170°C). Dredge rolls in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs.
- Fry each roll for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- For the sauce, melt butter, sauté garlic, whisk in flour, then add milk gradually until thickened. Stir in mustard and Parmesan before removing from heat.
- Slice rolls and drizzle with sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg