Chicken Cordon Bleu
A classic dish featuring chicken breast stuffed with ham and Swiss cheese, then breaded and fried.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Method: Main Course
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices of ham
- 4 slices of Swiss cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Butterfly the chicken breasts and lay them flat.
- Place a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese on each chicken breast.
- Fold the chicken over the filling and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Dip each stuffed chicken breast in flour, then eggs, and finally panko breadcrumbs.
- Place the breaded chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle with melted butter.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
Notes
Ensure the chicken is fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). You can also pan-fry the chicken before baking for a crisper exterior.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 15
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 40
- Cholesterol: 100
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