Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing bacon-wrapped chicken cordon bleu, a culinary masterpiece that combines the best of both worlds. This dish features succulent chicken breasts, generously wrapped in savory bacon and stuffed with a delectable filling of aged Swiss cheese and tender prosciutto. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of salty, smoky, and cheesy goodness, perfectly complemented by a creamy mustard wine sauce.
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CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
This Chicken cordon bleu is a fancy restaurant meal made easy!
Provided by Holly Nilsson
Categories Main Course
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Pound chicken to ¼" thick. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Top each chicken breast with 1 slice of ham and about 1 oz cheese. Roll the chicken jelly roll style. Secure with a toothpick.
- Combine butter and garlic in a small dish. Mix breadcrumbs and thyme in a separate bowl. Dip each chicken roll in butter and then into the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place in a baking dish and bake 35-40 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 748 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 70 g, Fat 36 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Cholesterol 232 mg, Sodium 1583 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
BACON WRAPPED CHICKEN CORDON BLEU WITH A CREAMY MUSTARD WINE
This is my version of Chicken Cordon Bleu. Just a bit different. I love the original recipe, but didn't like it with a bread coating every time. So for me, the gruyere adds just a notch up, the hickory bacon and then a simple mustard white wine sauce makes a very elegant dinner. Serve with some very simple wild rice or rice pilaf and green beans. Nothing fancy needed for this. VERY Classic eats.
Provided by SarasotaCook
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 chicken breasts, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Chicken -- Now you can buy your chicken breasts scallopini and pounded for you, and pay a pretty price. Or you can just buy a "regular" chicken breast and put them between some saran wrap and pound away. I use a meat mallet, but use a rolling pin or a can of vegetables, brick, back of a frying pan or pot. Anything will work. Just pound thin.
- Stuff the chicken -- season well with salt, pepper and Italian seasoning. Then then lay a slice of the ham down and then some shredded gruyere or slices or swiss cheese. Either works just fine and then roll up. Wrap 2 slices of bacon around the chicken roll and secure with a tooth pick.
- In a oven proof saute pan melt the butter and olive oil and bring to a medium hight heat. Then add the chicken and saute on each side until lightly brown, and the bacon begins to get crisp. Then transfer the chicken to the oven to finish cooking at 400 for about 10-12 minutes is all. Just makes sure the bacon is crisp and done. It doesn't take long. Remove and transfer to a plate and cover. It will continue to cook.
- Sauce -- get everything ready. This is a quick sauce. Once the chicken comes out just transfer the pan back to the stove top. On medium heat, add the onion to the pan and cook just a minute. Add the wine, broth and let reduce just a minute or so. Reduce the heat and remove when you add the cream, mustard and seasoning and herbs. Return to the heat and just stir and let reduce just a bit on medium low and heat to combine all the ingredients and naturally thicken. It takes 3-4 minutes if that.
- Dinner is served -- chicken is done and sauce is perfect. Serve the chicken roll with the creamy mustard sauce. As I said, I love some wild rice or rice pilaf with the sauce and some green beans on the side, but use anything you enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 640.8, Fat 48.4, SaturatedFat 22, Cholesterol 192.1, Sodium 2469.5, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.4, Protein 40.3
BACON WRAPPED CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
This was the main entrée for my Valentine's Dinner. My husband really loved it. I had never made Cordon Bleu before, so I studied several recipes from various cookbooks & came up with my own version. It is much easier if you buy the chicken breast already boned, but because these were on sale, I could not pass up such a great...
Provided by Rose Mary Mogan
Categories Pork
Time 1h40m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. I used Sanderson Chicken Breast, & after removing the bone it weighed just over one pound each. Which is why they could easily be cut in half after baking to make 2 servings each piece if desired.
- 2. Remove Bone from chicken breast if they are not boneless. Add the panko bread crumbs to a large zip lock bag, then add garlic powder and paprika, shake and set aside till needed.
- 3. Place each breast between 2 sheets of plastic wrap and pound each breast with meat mallet until they are flat.
- 4. Breasts should look like this. Season chicken breast lightly on both the inside and out side with steak seasoning.
- 5. Now lay a slice of ham towards the outer edge of breast, and then top with a slice of Swiss cheese. Begin at outer edge of chicken breast, and roll towards other end of breast, tucking in the outer edges as much as possible to keep the cheese inside breast as it cooks. With seam side down carefully wrap two slices of bacon around breast to hold the seams in place. Sprinkle lightly with additional paprika if desired.
- 6. Repeat until all 4 breast are done.
- 7. Line a shallow baking pan with aluminum foil & Spray with non stick cooking spray. Now carefully place each breast on baking pan leaving space between each breast. Then spray each breast generously with butter flavored cooking spray, then top each breast with a generous amount of the bread crumbs dividing equally between the four breast. Then spray top of bread crumbs with additional cooking spray. Now place in preheated 350 degrees F. oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until juices run clear.
- 8. Remove Breasts from baking pan to a serving platter, and garnish with fresh parsley and grape or cherry tomatoes if desired, or use garnishes of your choice. Serve and enjoy.
CRISPY, CREAMY CHICKEN CORDON BLEU RECIPE BY TASTY
There's nothing we love more than a crispy, succulent, perfectly-fried piece of fried chicken. But we also love gourmet meals. You know, the ones that you sit down to in the candlelight? Those ones. Well, our easy chicken Cordon Bleu is the best of both worlds: sounds fancy but really? It's just some really, really good fried chicken. That, we can promise.
Provided by Matthew Johnson
Categories Dinner
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Sprinkle the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, tossing to coat evenly.
- On a cutting board, place a chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound until about ½ inch (1 cm) thick with a meat mallet, rolling pin, or heavy pan.
- Remove the plastic wrap and place 2 slices of Swiss cheese, then 2 slices of ham, then another layer of Swiss cheese, and another layer of ham. Evenly roll the chicken and place onto a new sheet of plastic wrap.
- Wrap the chicken in the plastic wrap tightly and use the excess plastic on the sides to twist, firming up the roll of chicken cordon bleu as you work. Tie the excess plastic. Repeat with the remaining ingredients, then chill the rolls in the fridge to set for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat a tall-sided pan with 2 inches (5 cm) of oil to 325°F (170°C).
- After the rolls are set, prepare 2 separate large, wide dishes with the flour, beaten egg, and bread crumbs. Dredge the chicken first in the flour, then the egg, and then bread crumbs.
- Place the breaded chicken cordon bleu in the oil and cook for about 5 minutes per side, or until the outside is an even golden brown. If a good color is achieved and the chicken's center is still not 165°F (75°C), place the chicken cordon bleu on a wire rack set over a baking sheet and finish the chicken in the oven at 325°F (170°C) until that temperature is reached.
- Meanwhile, prepare the sauce. In a 1 ½-quart saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and cook the garlic until soft. Add the flour and whisk for 1 minute.
- Add the milk and whisk until fully combined with the roux and no lumps remain. Continue whisking until the mixture comes to a simmer and has thickened.
- Add the mustard, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper and whisk to combine. Remove the pan from the heat.
- Slice the chicken and serve drizzled with Dijon sauce.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 754 calories, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 64 grams, Sugar 7 grams
BACON-WRAPPED CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
Really moist and flavorful chicken cordon bleu with bacon.....because everything's better with bacon! This was a first-time experimental trial run and it turned out fantastic!
Provided by geenadavissmile
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h20m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken bullion cubes, crushed up, the bread crumbs, (or I used 6 pieces of toast, crushed into crumbs) cumin, oregano, salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Cut boneless, skinless chicken breasts in half long ways leaving one side intact. Insert one slice of the sliced pre-cooked ham and one slice of Swiss cheese into center of each chicken breast.
- Beat the egg in a mixing bowl and coat each chicken breast. Then coat each one in the bread crumb mixture. Wrap two pieces of bacon around each chicken breast, not overlapping.
- Wrap each piece of chicken individually in a piece of aluminum foil loosely so that it can be opened on the top. Place all three in a 13 x 9 inches baking dish. Cook for 1 hour, 15 minutes. It may take less time (again, this was the first time doing this). At that point, turn oven to broil at 400 degrees. Open the tops of each of the chicken pieces and cook for 2-3 minutes to finish cooking the bacon.
CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
The addition of bacon in this cordon bleu recipe makes it one of my favorite comforting recipes. I've made it for both friends and family, and everyone's a fan. -Jim Wick, Orlando, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Flatten chicken breasts to 1/8-in. thickness; spread butter on the insides. Sprinkle with thyme. Top with a slice of ham and cheese; roll up tightly. Wrap each with 2 slices of bacon and secure with toothpicks. , In a small bowl, beat eggs and milk. Place flour in another bowl. Combine the bread crumbs, garlic powder, oregano and cheese. Dip each chicken breast into egg mixture; dip into flour to coat. Dip each again into egg mixture, then coat with crumbs. , Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until chicken juices run clear.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 654 calories, Fat 27g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 280mg cholesterol, Sodium 961mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 70g protein.
Tips:
- To ensure even cooking, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness before wrapping them with bacon.
- Use high-quality bacon for the best flavor. Thick-cut bacon is recommended for this recipe.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken. Cook the chicken in batches if necessary.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken is cooked through. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the chicken, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.
Conclusion:
Bacon-wrapped chicken cordon bleu is a delicious and impressive dish that is perfect for a special occasion. With its crispy bacon exterior, tender chicken interior, and creamy mustard wine sauce, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to prepare chicken, give this recipe a try!
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