Best 2 Chicken Cordon Bleu Cooks Country Recipes

Indulge in the culinary delight of Chicken Cordon Bleu, a classic dish that combines the flavors of juicy chicken, savory ham, and melted cheese, enveloped in a crispy breadcrumb coating. This iconic dish is a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. Explore our collection of carefully curated Chicken Cordon Bleu recipes, each offering unique variations on this timeless classic. From traditional preparations to creative twists, our recipes cater to diverse tastes and cooking preferences. Discover the perfect recipe to elevate your next meal and impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN CORDON BLEU I

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This entree is easy and delicious! It's one of my husband's favorites! Try to use the largest chicken breasts you can find so you'll be able to roll them easier.

Provided by Jill M.

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
6 slices Swiss cheese
4 slices cooked ham
½ cup seasoned bread crumbs

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a 7x11 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Pound chicken breasts to 1/4 inch thickness.
Sprinkle each piece of chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. Place 1 cheese slice and 1 ham slice on top of each breast. Roll up each breast, and secure with a toothpick. Place in baking dish, and sprinkle chicken evenly with bread crumbs.
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink. Remove from oven, and place 1/2 cheese slice on top of each breast. Return to oven for 3 to 5 minutes, or until cheese has melted. Remove toothpicks, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 123.6 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 46.1 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 931.6 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

CHICKEN CORDON BLEU - COOK'S COUNTRY

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I made this tonight with a couple of adjustments. I put 1 tsp of sweet Hungarian paprika in the flour before coating. I only used one egg (was sufficient). I was out of Ritz so I used 1 cup of panko + 1 slice of white bread processed with 2 Tbs melted butter, 1/2 tsp salt and dried parsley. Was a little short. 2 slices of bread would be better. This was great, although it is difficult to stuff and seal the breasts. Don't worry if they're not perfect though, they'll still turn out like mine did. Next time I'll try gouda... mmmmm

Provided by lolablitz

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 50m

Yield 4 cordon bleus, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

25 Ritz crackers (about 3/4 sleeve)
4 slices hearty white bread, torn into pieces
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
8 thin slices deli ham (Black forest ham recommended)
2 cups shredded swiss cheese
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds total)
3 large eggs
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

1. Make Crumbs. Adjust oven racks to lowest and middle positions and heat oven to 450 degrees. Pulse crackers and bread in food processor until coarsely ground. Drizzle in butter; pulse to incorporate. Bake crumbs on rimmed baking sheet on middle rack, stirring occasionally, until light brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to shallow dish. Leave oven on.
2 Stuff Chicken. Top each ham slice with 1/4 cup cheese and roll tightly; set aside. Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Cut pocket in thickest part of chicken and stuff each breast with 2 ham and cheese rolls. Season both sides of chicken with salt and pepper. Transfer chicken to plate, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate at least 20 minutes.
3. Coat and Bake. Beat eggs and mustard in second shallow dish. Place flour in third shallow dish. One at a time, coat stuffed chicken lightly with flour, dip into egg mixture, and dredge in crumbs, pressing to adhere. (Breaded chicken can be refrigerated, covered, for 1 day.) Transfer chicken to clean baking sheet. Bake on lowest rack until bottom of chicken is golden brown, about 10 minutes, and then move baking sheet to middle rack and reduce oven temperature to 400 degrees. Bake until golden brown and chicken registers 160 degrees, 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer to cutting board, tent with foil, and let rest 5 minutes. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 832.8, Fat 45.1, SaturatedFat 23.8, Cholesterol 310.5, Sodium 691.6, Carbohydrate 53.2, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 3.8, Protein 51.4

Tips:

To ensure that the chicken breasts are evenly cooked, pound them to an even thickness before cooking.
For a crispy coating, make sure to coat the chicken breasts in flour, then egg, and then breadcrumbs before frying.
If you don't have a deep fryer, you can also shallow fry the chicken breasts in a large skillet.
To prevent the cheese from leaking out of the chicken breasts, make sure to seal the edges of the chicken breasts with a toothpick before frying.
Serve the chicken cordon bleu immediately with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or salad.

Conclusion:

Chicken cordon bleu is a classic dish that is sure to impress your guests. This recipe is easy to follow and results in a delicious and crispy chicken dish that is perfect for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a special dish to make, give this chicken cordon bleu recipe a try.