Chicken Cordon Bleu
- Mercedes Olson
- Aug 6
- 2 min read
If you’re looking to impress at your next dinner but don’t want to stress in the kitchen, Chicken Cordon Bleu is your secret weapon. Picture this: juicy chicken breasts, tender and golden, wrapped lovingly around savory ham and melty cheese, all tucked beneath a crisp, buttery coating. It sounds fancy enough for a restaurant, but is surprisingly easy to make at home. Whether you’re cooking for family or entertaining guests, this classic dish never fails to deliver comfort and a touch of elegance in every bite. Ready to turn a weeknight meal into a celebration? Let’s dive into this irresistible Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe!
Serves: 4
Ingredients
Cooking spray
Toothpicks
4 large chicken breasts
8 thin slices ham
4 thick slices Swiss cheese
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
·2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375℉. Lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Using a sharp knife, cut the chicken breast horizontally through the thickest part so it can be hinged open like a book and stuffed. In each chicken breast, place 2 pieces of ham on one side, then cut a slice of Swiss cheese in half and place both pieces on top of the ham. Fold the top half of the chicken over the ham and cheese, enclosing it completely, and secure with 2 wooden toothpicks so the chicken stays closed while baking. Repeat until all chicken breasts have been stuffed.
Place the stuffed chicken into the baking dish. Season the top of each chicken breast evenly with the salt and pepper. Pour the melted butter over the top and sprinkle the breadcrumbs on top of each piece.
Bake until the internal temperature reached 165℉, around 30 minutes. Then broil to crisp the breadcrumbs, 1 – 2 minutes. Remove from the oven and remove the toothpicks. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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