Amongst French cuisine, one traditional recipe stands out: Chicken Cordon Bleu. This classic dish consists of a chicken breast rolled and stuffed with ham and cheese, then coated in bread crumbs and fried or baked. The deconstructed version of this dish takes all the flavors of the original but reimagines them into a stunning presentation. Discover the ultimate cooking instructions in this article, which will guide you through the steps of creating a deconstructed chicken cordon bleu that will impress your guests and leave them craving more.
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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 CASSEROLE
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon butter.
- Put the ham on a paper towel-lined plate and microwave for about 3 minutes to reduce the moisture content. Mix together the Swiss and Monterey Jack cheese in a bowl.
- Put about a third of chicken in a layer in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with half the ham. Sprinkle over 1/4 cup of the mixed cheese. Repeat 1 more time, then finish with a layer of chicken.
- Melt the remaining 5 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Put the panko in a bowl, pour in half of the melted butter, mix well and set aside.
- Add the flour to the remaining butter in the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, whisking out any lumps. Whisk in the milk, broth, Dijon and cayenne and let it cook until it begins to thicken. Remove from the heat and stir in 1 cup of the cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the sauce over the casserole. Sprinkle over the remaining 1 cup cheese, then the panko mix. Bake until the top is browned and the casserole is bubbling, 25 to 30 minutes.
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.
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 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
DE-CONSTRUCTED CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
EASY! I found a recipe (or idea) from Paula Deen, and switched up a few things to suit myself. It is much simpler than original cordon bleu and the flavor is GREAT! I use country (salty) ham, as that is what I prefer...you may substitute your favorite deli ham, of course....This is great for company and pretty quick to throw together...so tasty, and they'll think you worked for hours!
Provided by alligirl
Categories Ham
Time 1h
Yield 4 breasts, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Pound chicken breasts flat.
- Combine flour, garlic powder, kosher salt and pepper in shallow pan.
- Mix eggs and milk to make egg wash in shallow bowl.
- Combine bread crumbs, Italian seasoning and parmesan in separate shallow pan.
- Dredge chicken breasts in flour mixture, then egg wash mixture, then coat breasts in bread crumb mixture.
- Place olive oil and butter in skillet over medium heat; place chicken breasts in skillet and brown on both sides.(3-4 minutes per side)
- Remove from skillet and place on baking sheet for 20 minutes to finish cooking in oven.
- Place ham and cheese on top of chicken breasts and return to oven 'til cheese is melted. (approximately 5 minutes).
DIFFERENT CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
Chicken breasts baked with ham and Swiss cheese, topped with an unusual mixture of sour cream, white wine, creamy soup and spices. This is a bit different than normal Chicken Cordon Bleu, but everyone seems to like it much better!
Provided by Jennifer
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place chicken breasts in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Lay a ham slice, then a cheese slice on top of each breast.
- In a medium bowl combine the soup, sour cream, wine, garlic powder, parsley, salt and pepper. Mix well and pour mixture over chicken/ham/cheese pieces. Top all with the dry stuffing mix to cover.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 110.4 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 1025.9 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
Tips:
- For a crispy and golden-brown crust, ensure the chicken cutlets are evenly coated in the egg wash and bread crumbs.
- To save time, use pre-cooked chicken cutlets or chicken strips.
- Feel free to experiment with different fillings, such as ham, bacon, or sautéed mushrooms.
- For a healthier version, bake the chicken cutlets instead of frying them.
- Serve the deconstructed chicken cordon bleu with a side of your favorite dipping sauce, such as honey mustard, ranch, or barbecue sauce.
Conclusion:
The deconstructed chicken cordon bleu is a delicious and versatile dish that can be easily customized to your liking. With its crispy chicken cutlets, melted cheese, and flavorful fillings, it's sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So next time you're looking for a fun and easy recipe, give this one a try.
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