Best 5 Perfect Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipes

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**Perfect Chicken Cordon Bleu: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors**

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Perfect Chicken Cordon Bleu, a culinary masterpiece where tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a blanket of savory ham and melted Swiss cheese, then coated in a golden-brown crust. This classic French dish is elevated to perfection with our curated collection of recipes, each offering unique variations that tantalize the taste buds. Embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the steps of creating this iconic dish, from selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of breading and frying. Discover the secrets to achieving a succulent chicken interior, a flavorful ham and cheese filling, and a crispy, irresistible crust. Whether you prefer the classic preparation or are looking to explore innovative twists, our recipes provide options for every palate. Get ready to savor the perfect Chicken Cordon Bleu, a dish that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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

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



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This Chicken cordon bleu is a fancy restaurant meal made easy!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 chicken breasts (boneless/skinless)
salt & pepper to taste
4 slices ham
4 ounces Swiss cheese (or Gruyere cheese)
3 tablespoons melted butter
1 clove garlic
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
½ teaspoon thyme
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
¾ cup milk
¼ cup white wine
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 cube chicken bouillon
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ cup Parmesan cheese
Salt & pepper to taste

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

CRISPY, CREAMY CHICKEN CORDON BLEU RECIPE BY TASTY



Crispy, Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe by Tasty image

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

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
16 slices swiss cheese
½ lb ham, thinly sliced
peanut oil, or vegetable oil, for frying
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs, beaten
2 cups panko bread crumbs
3 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
¼ cup dijon mustard
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

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

CHICKEN CORDON BLEU



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For a weeknight standby, get Tyler Florence's Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe, a breaded cutlet wrapped around salty prosciutto and nutty Gruy�re, from Food Network.

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 chicken breasts skinless and boneless
4 thin slices prosciutto di Parma
1/2 pound Gruyere, grated
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup panko bread crumbs
4 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves only
1 clove garlic, peeled and finely minced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 eggs
Extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Lay the chicken breast between 2 pieces of plastic wrap. Using the flat side of a meat mallet, gently pound the chicken to 1/4-inch thickness. Remove the top sheet of plastic and lay 2 slices of prosciutto neatly over the top to cover the breast and sprinkle a quarter of the cheese over the prosciutto. Tuck in the sides of the breast and roll up tight like a jellyroll inside the plastic wrap. Squeeze the log gently to seal and twist both ends tight to form a nice log. Repeat with remaining chicken.
  • Season the flour with salt and pepper. Mix the bread crumbs with thyme, garlic and kosher salt, pepper, and melted butter. The butter will help the crust brown. Beat together the eggs and season so the flour, the eggs and the crumbs are all seasoned.
  • Remove the plastic wrap. Lightly dust the chicken with flour, dip in the egg mixture and gently coat in the bread crumbs. Lightly coat a baking pan with olive oil and carefully transfer the roulades onto it. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  • Cut into pinwheels and serve on top of Brussels Sprout Hash with Chicken Jus and Cranberry Chutney, if desired.

PERFECT CHICKEN CORDON BLEU



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This chicken was my most requested dinner when I was living at home. Now I make it quite often. It's perfect for a worknight because it's super simple. I'm not usually a fan of swiss cheese but it definitely gives this recipe it's unique taste. The bundles will stay together quite well if you place them crease side down but toothpicks may be used if needed. I love serving this with rice and mixed veggies. To reheat the oven works much better than the microwave.

Provided by KeLynn

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 5-6 small bundles, 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package thin sliced boneless skinless chicken breast (I use Purdue scallopini)
1/4 lb sliced ham (I get Virginia baked ham from the deli)
1/4 lb swiss cheese
1 egg
1/4 cup milk
1 1/2-2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Combine egg and milk in small bowl and place breadcrumbs on plate.
  • Dip chicken into egg/milk mixture then coat one side with breadcrumb mixture and place breadcrumb side down in 13 X 9 glass baking dish.
  • After all pieces are in baking dish place cheese then ham on each piece of chicken. (I usually tear the slice of cheese in half so that when I put it on the chicken it covers the whole thing - any remaining cheese or ham I just divide between the chicken).
  • Roll chicken making sure to keep cheese and ham tucked inside and place crease side down in dish.
  • Top with remaining breadcrumbs.
  • Bake for 35 minutes until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.5, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 128.4, Sodium 1734.3, Carbohydrate 44.2, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 4.1, Protein 29.9

Tips:

  • To ensure a crispy coating, make sure the chicken is thoroughly coated in flour before dipping it in the egg wash and breadcrumbs.
  • Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to flatten the chicken breasts to an even thickness, about 1/2-inch thick.
  • If you don't have a meat mallet, you can use a heavy skillet to flatten the chicken breasts.
  • To prevent the cheese from leaking out, place a toothpick or skewer through the center of each chicken roulade before baking.
  • Bake the chicken cordon bleu until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit, about 30 minutes.
  • Serve the chicken cordon bleu immediately with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a side salad.

Conclusion:

Chicken cordon bleu is a delicious and classic dish that is perfect for a special occasion. With a crispy coating, tender chicken, and melted cheese, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a impressive and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try!

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