Golden Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
• STEP 2.Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness.
• STEP 3.Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese on each chicken breast.
• STEP 4.Roll up the chicken breasts tightly, tucking in the sides as you go. Secure with toothpicks.
• STEP 5.In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, salt, and pepper. In another dish, beat the eggs. In a third dish, combine the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
• STEP 6.Dip each chicken roll in the flour mixture, then in the beaten eggs, and finally in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
• STEP 7.Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken rolls until golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes per side.
• STEP 8.Transfer the chicken rolls to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• STEP 9.Remove the toothpicks before serving. Serve the Golden Chicken Cordon Bleu with mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables.
• STEP 10.Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for even cooking.
• Secure the chicken rolls with toothpicks to prevent them from unraveling during cooking.
• For a healthier version, you can bake the chicken rolls instead of pan-frying them.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover Golden Chicken Cordon Bleu can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the chicken rolls in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15 minutes, or until heated through.
• Serve the reheated chicken rolls with a fresh side salad for a delicious leftover meal.