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Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese

Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese for Perfect Family Dinners

This Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese is a crowd-pleasing dinner that features juicy chicken breasts and savory turkey wrapped in a crispy breadcrumb crust.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Pounded evenly
  • 8 slices Turkey Slices Can substitute with ham
  • 8 ounces Swiss Cheese Can substitute with Provolone or Gruyère
For Breading
  • 1 cup Flour For dusting the chicken
  • 2 large Eggs Can use a flax egg for vegan
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Opt for gluten-free if desired
For Cooking
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Can use olive oil for lighter version
  • 1 cup Milk Can use almond or soy milk for dairy-free
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Optional, but recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large Skillet
  • Meat Mallet
  • Three Shallow Dishes
  • Saucepan
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
    Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese
  2. Pound each chicken breast to about ½ inch thick and set aside.
    Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese
  3. Layer turkey slices and Swiss cheese on each chicken breast, then roll tightly and secure with toothpicks.
    Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese
  4. Set up the breading station with flour, whisked eggs and milk, and breadcrumb mixture.
    Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese
  5. Dredge the chicken rolls in flour, dip in the egg mixture, and coat with breadcrumbs.
    Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese
  6. Fry the breaded chicken rolls in melted butter until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
    Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese
  7. Transfer the rolls to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
    Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese
  8. Make the Swiss cheese sauce by creating a roux with butter and flour, then gradually stir in milk and cheese until smooth.
    Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese
  9. Slice the chicken rolls and drizzle the creamy Swiss cheese sauce on top to serve.
    Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is pounded uniformly to prevent uneven cooking. Let the chicken rest post-baking to retain moisture.

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