Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu
A quick and delicious version of Chicken Cordon Bleu, featuring crispy panko breadcrumbs, chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pieces small chicken breasts (around 6-7oz/180-210g each) Ensure they are pounded evenly for even cooking.
- 4 slices Swiss cheese Use fresh for best flavor.
- 4 to 6 slices ham (about 2.5oz/75g)
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1.5 tbsp Dijon mustard Plus 2 additional tablespoons for the sauce.
- 1 ea egg
- 2 tsp plain flour
- 2 tbsp oil spray For spraying the breadcrumbs.
- 1.5 tbsp butter For the Dijon cream sauce.
- 4.5 tbsp flour 1.5 tbsp for chicken coating and 3 tbsp for the sauce.
- 1.25 cups milk Divided for the sauce.
- 3 tbsp parmesan cheese, finely grated For the sauce.
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs Can double for quick dredge method.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 200°C/390°F (standard) or 180°C/350°F (fan).
- Spread panko breadcrumbs on a baking tray and spray with oil. Bake for 3 minutes or until light golden. Remove and transfer to a bowl.
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast.
- Fold cheese in half and place 2 pieces inside each pocket, adding 2 to 3 slices of ham. Seal with toothpicks and season with salt and pepper.
Super Easy Method
- Mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Spread this mixture onto the top and sides of the chicken.
- Sprinkle panko over the chicken, pressing it onto the sides and spray with oil.
Quick Dredge Method
- Whisk egg and flour together. Dip chicken into the egg mixture, then into the panko breadcrumbs. Transfer to the tray and spray with oil.
Baking
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove toothpicks and serve with Dijon Cream Sauce.
Dijon Cream Sauce
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Add half the milk and whisk until combined.
- Stir in the remaining milk, Dijon mustard, and parmesan cheese. Cook for 3 minutes, whisking constantly until thickened.
- Remove from heat and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
Serve the Chicken Cordon Bleu with Dijon Cream Sauce on top. Pair with vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g
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