**Introducing the Delightful Chicken Cordon Bleu and Its Culinary Variations**
Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Chicken Cordon Bleu recipes, showcasing this classic dish in its various forms. From the traditional preparation to innovative twists, we have curated a collection of recipes that cater to every palate. Discover the timeless combination of tender chicken, savory ham, and gooey cheese, wrapped in a golden-brown crust. Explore a range of cooking techniques, including the classic pan-frying method and modern air-fryer variations. Whether you prefer a crispy coating or a tender, juicy interior, our recipes provide step-by-step instructions to achieve perfection. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this iconic dish, whether you are a seasoned chef or a home cook looking for an impressive meal.
BAKED CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
Baked Chicken Cordon Bleu is a delicious and healthy take on a classic chicken recipe. Layers of tender chicken, cheese, ham, and dijon sauce make this easy chicken recipe epic and a total mainstay.
Provided by Becky Hardin
Categories Main Course
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Lay a chicken breast between 2 pieces of plastic wrap and use a meat mallet to pound the chicken to ¼" thickness. Be careful not to pound any holes in the chicken.
- Remove the top layer of plastic wrap.
- Place one slice of ham and 1 slice of cheese over the pounded breast. Fold over the sides of the breast to make more of a square (it won't be a perfect square). To roll and wrap the breast, pull up gently on the bottom sheet of the plastic wrap while rolling the breast into a tube-shape. Roll the breast tightly. Now, pick up both side ends of the plastic wrap and carefully spin the breast to tighten each end (as if making sausage links). Fold the twisted ends of the plastic wrap underneath the breast and place it is a dish with the folded plastic ends underneath. This method closes each end of the breast and holds the ham and cheese in place. Repeat with the remaining breasts. Refrigerate the breasts at least 1 hour or up to 2 days ahead.
- Thirty minutes before cooking, remove the breast from the fridge and heat the oven to 375°F. Set the oven rack to middle position.
- Cover a sheet pan with foil and pour the panko breadcrumbs evenly over the foil. Roast the breadcrumbs 5-6 minutes or until golden brown. Shake the pan halfway through browning. Remove from the oven and pour the breadcrumbs onto a small plate to cool.
- Place a metal rack over the same foil-lined sheet pan and spray the rack with nonstick cooking spray (the chicken breast will be placed on this while the chicken cooks).
- Unroll the plastic and season each with kosher salt, black pepper and Herbes de Provence.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard and mayonnaise, and brush a thin layer of the mixture over each breast.
- Place the eggs in a bowl and whisk lightly.
- Place the breadcrumbs and the eggs next to each other on the work surface next to the foil-lined sheet pan.
- Roll and gently press a chicken breast in the panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip and roll the breast in the beaten eggs.
- Once again, roll the breast in the breadcrumbs being careful to cover any bare spots. Place the breaded breast on the rack-covered baking sheet. Repeat with all breasts.
- The breasts can be cooked immediately, or they can be refrigerated (uncovered) up to an hour to allow the coating to dry out a little. I think it works best to let them dry a little in the fridge, but it isn't necessary.
- Cook the breast at 375°F for 30-40 minutes. Spin the sheet pan around after 15 minutes.
- The chicken is done when golden brown and the internal temperature registers 160°F on a meat thermometer.
- Serve with the Dijon Wine Cream Sauce and...
- Enjoy!
- While the chicken cooks, make the sauce.
- Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Add 2 tablespoons butter and cook until melted
- Add 2 tablespoons flour and whisk until smooth. Cook the butter/flour mixture until it becomes a little darker, 1-2 minutes.
- While whisking, add wine and continue whisking until smooth.
- Continue whisking and add chicken broth and cream.
- Add mustard and thyme. Whisk until smooth.
- Season to taste with kosher salt & black pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat and cook just until sauce thickens to almost-gravy consistency. Remove from the heat and set aside. When the chicken is almost ready, reheat the sauce over low heat to serve with the chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 687 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 67 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Cholesterol 324 mg, Sodium 1488 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
EASY BAKED CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
Easy recipe that tastes like you cooked all day. Chicken breasts are wrapped around ham and mozzarella cheese for a change in this version of the classic baked dish.
Provided by HOLLYSTACH
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Lay out the pounded chicken breasts on a clean surface. Place a slice of ham on each piece, then one stick of cheese. Roll the chicken up around the cheese and ham, and secure with toothpicks. Dip each roll in melted butter, then roll in bread crumbs. Place in a shallow baking dish.
- Bake for 40 minutes in the preheated oven, or until chicken is browned and juices run clear.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 128.1 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 34.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.3 g, Sodium 759.3 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
EASY BAKED CHICKEN CORDON BLEU (NUWAVE/FLAVORWAVE OVENS)
This is a fast and easy way to make dinner in your Nuwave/Flavorwave Oven. Made it tonight for my friends and have raves. Made up of "pre made" Garlic Mash potatoes and you have a great dinner in under 25 min (cooking time). 6-10 min to bread & roll them up. Note; You can defrost the chicken for 5 min on 1/2 power or 5 on Nuwave oven. I used defrosted chicken. Note: if your chicken is frozen you and defrost in your Nuwave oven/fFlavorwave oven. I have used 5-8 mins to defrost. Also, a quick way is to put your chicken breast into a full sized freezer bag prior to pouding it thinn. I hope this helps. Note: I use italian style bread crumbs, I also add some granulated garlic, salt & pepper, and some assiago cheese if I have some on hand. Enjoy!
Provided by Starfire aka Wendy
Categories Chicken
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook on high heat for 10 -12 minutes. (can also use chicken tenders). Lay out the pounded chicken breasts on a clean surface. Place a slice of ham on each piece, then one stick of cheese. Roll the chicken up around the cheese and ham, and secure with toothpicks. Dip each roll in melted butter, then roll in bread crumbs. Place on wire rack (lowest). Cook until Outiside of chicken is is browned (crispy) and juices run clear.
- Cook until chicken starts to become golden brown but not too dark! Remove lid asap. As it will keep cooking!
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
EASY OVEN-BAKED CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
This version is easy since it uses the chicken cutlets which are much thinner than the whole breast - thus no pounding - and the ingredients are layered instead of rolled. It all came together accidentally tonight when I realized the cutlets were too small to roll. My family loved it...I hope you will too!
Provided by 1misskimbie1
Categories Main Dish Recipes Chicken Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
- Place 3 cutlets side by side in the prepared pan and season with salt and pepper. Top with overlapping ham slices, starting 1/4 inch away from the edges of the cutlets. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups Cheddar cheese over ham. Lay remaining 3 cutlets side by side on top, covering all the Cheddar cheese. Sprinkle flour on top, spreading with hands to cover.
- Combine beaten egg and milk in a bowl; pour over the chicken.
- Combine bread crumbs with oregano in a bowl; sprinkle over the top and sides to cover all surfaces of chicken. Spoon any excess egg mixture from the bottom of the pan over the chicken. Drizzle melted butter on top; pour chicken broth around the edges. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cutlets are no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 30 to 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Turn oven to broil and cook until top is crispy and golden brown, about 5 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 493 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Cholesterol 160.1 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 41.8 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 870.2 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
BAKED CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
With only six ingredients, this entree packs loads of flavor. This tempting dish is easy enough for a weeknight, but special enough for guests as well. Sarah Christenson - Lone Tree, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top each with prosciutto and cheese. Roll up and tuck in ends; secure with toothpicks., Transfer to an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with bread crumbs. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-45 minutes or until juices run clear.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 645mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 43g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHICKEN CORDON BLEU BAKE
I got this easy chicken cordon bleu recipe from a friend years ago. I freeze several half recipes in disposable pans to share with neighbors or for when I'm pressed for time myself. -Rea Newell, Decatur, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 2 casseroles (6 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare stuffing mixes according to package directions. Meanwhile, whisk together soup and milk. , Toss chicken with pepper; divide between 2 greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Layer with ham, Swiss cheese, 1 cup cheddar cheese, soup mixture and stuffing. Sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese., Bake, covered, 30 minutes. Uncover; bake until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casseroles. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake, covered, until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°, about 45 minutes. Uncover; bake until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 555 calories, Fat 29g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 158mg cholesterol, Sodium 1055mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 46g protein.
OVEN CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
My son loves Chicken Cordon Bleu, but I'm not a fan of store versions. My recipe has all the yummy flavors in a 30-minute meal. Leftovers freeze well. -Ronda Eagle, Goose Creek, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. Sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper; arrange in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Top each with one slice of ham and a half slice of cheese, folding ham in half and covering chicken as much as possible. Sprinkle with bread crumbs. Carefully spritz bread crumbs with cooking spray, keeping crumbs in place. Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°., For sauce, in a small saucepan, whisk flour and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened., Reduce to medium heat. Stir in wine and cheese; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until cheese is melted and sauce is thickened and bubbly. Stir in salt and pepper. Keep warm over low heat until ready to serve. Serve with chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 498mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
OVEN CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
Make an elegant dinner and master a technique that you'll use over and over again. These ham-and-cheese stuffed chicken breasts are a classic European dish that never fails to impress, both with its presentation and its indulgent combination of flavors. While some cordon bleu varieties are fried, this oven-baked version gives you all the crunch without the added oil. For all its impressive looks, this is also a recipe that can be made from start to finish in under an hour-making it great for busy weeknights or last-minute dinner guests.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 8-inch square (2 quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Between sheets of plastic wrap or waxed paper, flatten each chicken breast to 1/4-inch thickness.
- Spread each chicken breast with 1/2 teaspoon mustard; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon chives. Cut ham and cheese slices to fit chicken. Top each chicken breast with ham and cheese slice. Roll up, tucking ends inside.
- In shallow bowl, combine egg white and water; beat slightly. Place cereal crumbs in shallow dish. Coat chicken rolls with egg white mixture; roll in crumbs. Place in baking dish; sprinkle with paprika.
- Bake 25 to 30 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink in center.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 440 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Prepare the chicken breasts in advance. Pounding the chicken breasts to an even thickness helps ensure that they cook evenly. You can also use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound the chicken breasts.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper before coating them in the breadcrumb mixture. This will help to enhance the flavor of the chicken.
- Use a shallow baking dish so that the chicken breasts are evenly surrounded by the sauce. This will help to keep the chicken moist and flavorful.
- Bake the chicken breasts for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through. The internal temperature of the chicken should be 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Serve the chicken breasts immediately with your favorite sides. Some popular sides for chicken cordon bleu include mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, and rice.
Conclusion:
Chicken cordon bleu is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality dish that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give chicken cordon bleu a try.
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