Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu for Ultimate Comfort Food Bliss Recipe
Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu is a comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts rolled with Swiss cheese and ham, coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs, and baked to golden perfection. Topped with a rich, creamy Parmesan-Dijon sauce, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of savory flavors and satisfying textures that’s ideal for a hearty family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken Rolls
- 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 4 slices Swiss Cheese
- 4 slices Cooked Ham
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 2 pieces Eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
Creamy Sauce
- 1 cup Milk
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 2 teaspoons Dijon Mustard
- 2 tablespoons Butter (for the sauce)
- 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour (for the sauce)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set your oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the chicken rolls.
- Prepare chicken: Pound the chicken breasts until they reach about 1/4-inch thickness to ensure even cooking. Season both sides with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
- Assemble rolls: Lay a slice of Swiss cheese and a slice of ham on each flattened chicken breast, covering as much surface as possible to deliver maximum flavor.
- Roll and secure: Carefully roll each chicken breast starting from the narrow end, then secure with toothpicks to hold the fillings inside during cooking.
- Dredge chicken: Set up three shallow dishes with flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs respectively. Coat each chicken roll first in flour, then dip into eggs, and finally roll in panko breadcrumbs to create a crispy crust.
- Brown rolls: Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the coated chicken rolls in the skillet and brown on all sides for about 5 minutes, which locks in moisture and adds flavor.
- Bake chicken: Transfer the browned rolls to a baking dish and bake them in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Make creamy sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour to form a roux, then slowly add milk while whisking continuously until the sauce thickens. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and Dijon mustard until smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Carefully remove toothpicks from the baked chicken rolls. Arrange them on plates and drizzle generously with the creamy Parmesan-Dijon sauce for a luscious finish.
Notes
- For easier rolling, pound chicken evenly and do not overfill with cheese and ham.
- Ensure chicken is cooked through by checking internal temperature with a meat thermometer.
- Use fresh panko breadcrumbs for the crispiest crust.
- You can substitute Swiss cheese with Gruyère or mozzarella if preferred.
- Allow the chicken to rest a few minutes after baking for juicier results.
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