Chicken cordon bleu is a classic French dish that is sure to impress your guests. This dish consists of a chicken breast that is pounded thin, then wrapped around a filling of ham and cheese. The chicken is then breaded and fried until golden brown. The result is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. This article will provide some of the best recipes for cooking chicken cordon bleu, so you can make this classic dish at home.
Here are our top 14 tried and tested recipes!
HOMEMADE CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
This chicken cordon bleu is a great, fast dinner for two. It's easy to fix and makes an elegant entree. - Betty Palmesino, Phoenix, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; top each with ham and cheese. Roll up and tuck in ends; secure with toothpicks., Place butter in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, salt and paprika. Dip chicken in butter then roll in crumb mixture., Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Discard toothpicks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 441 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 157mg cholesterol, Sodium 792mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 46g protein.
CHICKEN CORDON BLEU II
This is a combination of several recipes using ingredients that I usually have on hand. I used the kind of ham that comes in 3 ounce packages with about 8 very thin slices. (Buddig is the brand if that helps.) For cheese I used one wedge of low fat Laughing Cow swiss cheese per breast. DH loved it so I thought I'd share!
Provided by Linky
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 55m
Yield 2 rolls, 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place chicken breasts between 2 pieces of plastic wrap. Using flat side of meat mallet, pound chicken lightly into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
- Remove wrap and repeat with other breast.
- Place 2 slices of ham on each chicken piece. Cut a cheese wedge into 3 or 4 pieces and lay along center of ham slice. Fold in bottom and sides; secure with toothpicks.
- Coat rolls with flour. Dip into bowl with egg and water mixture; coat with bread crumbs.
- Dip in egg mixture again, coat with more bread crumbs.
- Heat butter and oil in 10 inch skillet. Cook rolls until browned on each side and no longer pink for about 15-20 minutes. Bake in preheated 400 degree oven for an additional 15 minutes.
EASY CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix together the mustard and mascarpone. Set aside.
- Preheat the broiler to high.
- Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and continue to heat for an additional 1 minute. Sprinkle the chicken breasts evenly with 1 teaspoon salt. Place the chicken in the skillet and cook on the first side until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Flip the chicken and continue to cook until just cooked through, about 2 minutes more. Remove from the heat.
- Lay 1/2 slice of cheese on each chicken breast. Lay 2 slices of ham on top of the cheese on each breast. Divide the mustard sauce evenly over the ham and top with the remaining cheese slices. Broil until the cheese is melted, golden brown and bubbly, about 2 minutes.
CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
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
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.
CLASSIC CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Preheat the oven to 400F. Toss the bread crumbs with the butter, garlic powder, and thyme. Spread them on a parchment lined baking sheet.
- Bake the breadcrumbs for 5 minutes, shaking the pan every minute until the breadcrumbs are browned.
- Butterfly each chicken breast. You will now have four pieces.
- Pound each piece of chicken into a thin sheet.
- Season the chicken with the salt and pepper. Take one piece and lay it flat. Add a slice of swiss cheese and two slices of ham.
- Roll the chicken into a log or simply fold in half. Try to tuck the ham and cheese into the chicken as much as you can.
- Whisk together the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. Slather it over the chicken, coating it on all sides.
- Press the toasted bread crumbs onto the chicken to completely coat.
- Place on a parchment lined baking sheet or a buttered casserole dish and bake at 400 for 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165F. While the chicken is baking, prepare the sauce. Prepare the sauce.
- Gather your ingredients.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Once its melted whisk in the flour and cook for 2 minutes on low heat.
- Add the garlic and cream cheese. Cook until the cream cheese has melted. Add in the chicken bouillon, water, and cream and cook, stirring frequently until the sauce is hot and has thickened. Whisk in the Dijon mustard, pepper, and the parmesan cheese.
- Remove the chicken from the oven once it is golden brown, cheese is oozing and the internal temperature is 165F.
- Spoon the sauce over the cooked chicken and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1110 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 323 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 67 g, SaturatedFat 42 g, Sodium 3187 mg, Sugar 6 g, Fat 81 g, ServingSize 4 entrees (4 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
CHICKEN CORDON BLEU II
'Cordon Bleu' is a French term, literally translated as 'blue ribbon', that originally referred to an award for culinary excellence given to women cooks! The term can now apply to any superior cook (yes, men too), and also to this dish (chicken, ham and Swiss cheese slices, breaded and sauteed). This yummy version adds paprika and a creamy white wine sauce worthy of its own blue ribbon. Two blue ribbon tastes in wedded bliss -- Chicken Cordon Bleu II!
Provided by Behr
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Pound chicken breasts if they are too thick. Place a cheese and ham slice on each breast within 1/2 inch of the edges. Fold the edges of the chicken over the filling, and secure with toothpicks. Mix the flour and paprika in a small bowl, and coat the chicken pieces.
- Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, and cook the chicken until browned on all sides. Add the wine and bouillon. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear.
- Remove the toothpicks, and transfer the breasts to a warm platter. Blend the cornstarch with the cream in a small bowl, and whisk slowly into the skillet. Cook, stirring until thickened, and pour over the chicken. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 584.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Cholesterol 195.3 mg, Fat 40.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 41.6 g, SaturatedFat 23.8 g, Sodium 655.3 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
SKILLET CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
A dear friend from my high school days shared this recipe with me. You might think it sounds complicated to make, but it's quite easy once you've tried it. -Nancy Zimmerer, Medina, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Top each with a slice of ham and cheese; fold to fit. Roll up tightly and secure with toothpicks. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour and paprika. Coat chicken with flour mixture. , In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Cook chicken for 5 minutes on each side or no longer pink. Add grape juice and bouillon. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until chicken is tender., Remove chicken and keep warm. In a small bowl, combine cream and cornstarch until smooth. Gradually stir into pan juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with chicken.
Nutrition Facts :
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
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
CHICKEN CORDON BLEU I
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
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
CRISPY, CREAMY CHICKEN CORDON BLEU RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Melt butter in glass baking dish.
- Lightly flatten chicken breasts between plastic wrap with mallet. Lay 1 slice of ham and 1 piece of cheese on flattened breast, fold in half and seal close with toothpicks. Repeat process for remaining chicken breasts.
- Coat each piece with flour, then eggs and then bread crumbs. Place chicken pieces in glass baking dish. Turn to coat with butter.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with parselyed rice and steamed broccoli.
CHICKEN CORDON BLEU IN THE AIR FRYER
Chicken Cordon Bleu in the air fryer? Why yes, please! Try steamed broccoli, mashed potatoes, and a nice crusty bread with these delicious packages of breaded chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese.
Provided by Bibi
Time 1h5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place each chicken breast on a cutting board between 2 pieces of parchment paper. Being careful not to pound all the way through, use a mallet or a foil-wrapped brick to flatten each breast to a thickness of 1/4 inch.
- Cut ham and Swiss cheese slices in half so you have 4 pieces of each. Stack 1 piece ham and 1 piece of cheese in the middle of each flattened chicken breast. Roll up like a jelly roll, tucking the ham and cheese inside the breast as you roll. Secure the ends and sides with toothpicks so the cheese won't run out. Transfer to the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
- Preheat an air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), if recommended by the manufacturer.
- Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Place beaten egg in second bowl. Place bread crumbs in a third bowl.
- Dip each chicken bundle in flour mixture, then in egg, and finally in bread crumbs to coat. If you notice any spots that are just coated in flour, lightly pat with beaten egg and bread crumbs. Gently pat each bundle with melted butter and place in the air fryer basket.
- Air-fry until crust is nicely browned and chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 171 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 40.4 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 721.2 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
BEST EVER CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
Make and share this Best Ever Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe from Food.com.
Provided by bcchumney
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cut each breast in half and beat halves with meat tenderizer until flat.
- Place a slice of ham and a slice of cheese on each flattened breast half. Then sprinkle with minced parsley and pepper to taste.
- Roll up breast halves and secure with toothpicks.
- Roll breast halves in flour, dip in egg and roll in bread crumbs.
- Melt butter in skillet and brown chicken on all sides.
- Remove chicken rolls from skillet and place in 9x14x2-inch baking dish.
- Add remaining ingredients to skillet drippings, stir to blend well.
- Pour over chicken and bake at 350F for 40 to 45 minutes.
- Note: You can also serve these as appetizers by baking the chicken rolls without the sauce, slice rolls into pinwheels crosswise, and serve with heated sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.6, Fat 22.5, SaturatedFat 13.4, Cholesterol 117.2, Sodium 461.8, Carbohydrate 12.2, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 1.6, Protein 25.2
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Organic, free-range chicken is a great option, and fresh herbs will give the dish a bright, flavorful taste.
- Don't overcook the chicken. The chicken should be cooked through, but still tender and juicy. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
- Let the chicken rest before slicing. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the chicken, resulting in a more flavorful and moist dish.
- Serve the chicken cordon bleu with your favorite sides. Mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad are all great options.
Conclusion:
Chicken cordon bleu is a classic dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a delicious and elegant dish that is sure to impress your guests. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you are looking for a special meal to make, give chicken cordon bleu a try. You won't be disappointed!
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