Chicken Cordon Bleu is a classic dish that can seem intimidating to make at home. But with this easy shortcut recipe, you can have a delicious and impressive meal on the table in no time. Using a few simple ingredients and a few clever shortcuts, you can create a dish that will wow your family and friends. The secret is to use pre-cooked chicken breasts, which eliminates the need to cook the chicken separately. This not only saves time, but it also ensures that the chicken is cooked perfectly. You'll also use a simple sauce made with Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, and Swiss cheese, which adds a creamy and flavorful touch to the dish. So if you're looking for an easy and delicious way to make Chicken Cordon Bleu, this recipe is for you.
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EASY CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
This is an easy version of cordon blue. If you have never tried to make it before because it sounds intimidating, then you are missing out! This is a really easy way to do it (as most are). I personally think this is a very inexpensive dish!
Provided by Miss Diggy
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Take chicken and place on a large cutting board. Put a piece of wax paper (or even saran wrap) over the chicken breast.
- Use a heavy pan, or mallet, and smash the chicken breast till it spreads out to about the size of 2 chicken breasts.
- Then place 2 pieces of ham on the chicken breast and then 2 pieces of cheese.
- Take chicken and roll up into a log. If it isn't holding together, place a couple toothpicks into the chicken to hold in place.
- Roll each piece in the flour, then in beaten egg, then in bread crumbs.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and place in oven at 375°F and bake for 30-45 minutes (or until chicken is cooked through).
- Cut each piece in 2 pieces, and serve!
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 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
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
EASY SHORTCUT CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
This is a fab recipe for the working person as it can be made ahead or just on the spot. I discovered this recipe through a Church Fav cookbook, And wow is it Simple and tasty. This is a must try for anyone. This can be made with low fat soup and low fat cheese.
Provided by Kimberley Quinlan
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a medium Skillet over med-hi heat melt margarine add chicken and cook 10 minutes, or until brown; set aside.
- Add remaining ingredients except the noodles.
- Reduce heat to low. Cover and cook 5 minutes.
- Add noodles to sauce stir simmer for 5-10 minutes on low.
- Serve and enjoy.
SIMPLE CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
-Louise Gilbert, Quesnel, British Columbia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Place ham and cheese down the center of each; roll up and secure with a toothpick. Place butter and coating mix in separate shallow bowls. Dip chicken in butter, then roll in coating mix. , Place in a greased 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover loosely and microwave on high for 5-7 minutes on each side or until no longer pink. Let stand for 5 minutes. Discard toothpicks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Fat 21g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 131mg cholesterol, Sodium 685mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 36g protein.
QUICK CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
I used this speedy microwave recipe the first time I made chicken cordon bleu. Although I've since tried other recipes that bake in the oven, this remains the quickest...and the best. The moist chicken and flavorful cheese sauce make this entree perfect for a special occasion. -Shirley Jackson, Elkton, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Flatten the chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. Spread mustard on one side; sprinkle with paprika. Top each with a ham slice. Roll up tightly; secure with toothpicks. , In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and pepper. Brush chicken with mayonnaise; roll in crumb mixture. , Place in a shallow 2-qt. microwave-safe dish; cover loosely. Microwave on high for 7 minutes; turn chicken. Cook 5-1/2 minutes more or until meat is no longer pink; keep warm. , In a 1-qt. microwave-safe dish, heat butter on high for 20 seconds; stir in flour until smooth. Cook, uncovered, on high for 20 seconds. Add milk and salt. Cook 2-3 minutes longer or until thickened. Stir in cheese until smooth. Add wine. Discard toothpicks from chicken; serve with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 470 calories, Fat 24g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 140mg cholesterol, Sodium 840mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 49g protein.
Tips:
- For a crispy coating, make sure the chicken is dry before breading.
- Use a meat mallet to pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness, which will help them cook evenly.
- To prevent the breading from falling off, press it firmly onto the chicken.
- If you don't have a meat mallet, you can use a rolling pin to pound the chicken breasts.
- If you are using pre-sliced ham and cheese, cut them into strips to make them easier to wrap around the chicken.
- If you don't have toothpicks, you can use skewers to secure the chicken breasts.
- Bake the chicken breasts until they are cooked through, which will take about 20 minutes.
- Serve the chicken breasts immediately with your favorite sides.
Conclusion:
Chicken Cordon Bleu is a classic dish that is sure to impress your guests. With a crispy coating, tender chicken, and melted cheese, it's a meal that everyone will love. This easy shortcut recipe makes it a breeze to prepare, so you can enjoy this delicious dish without all the hassle. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe a try.
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