Best 10 Ham Cordon Bleu Recipes

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Ham cordon bleu is a classic dish combining the flavors of ham, cheese, and breading into a delectable treat. Originating in Switzerland, this culinary delight has become a staple in many cuisines worldwide. It consists of a chicken breast or pork tenderloin wrapped around a slice of cooked ham and a piece of cheese, then coated in bread crumbs and fried or baked. The result is a crispy, golden-brown exterior encasing a tender, juicy interior that bursts with savory goodness. So whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to impress, embark on a culinary adventure with us as we explore the best recipes for cooking ham cordon bleu.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

CORDON BLEU SCHNITZEL



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An easier and healthier version of a famous dish: chicken cordon bleu baked in the oven, still crunchy and oozing with cheese, yet less fussy to make.

Provided by Adina

Categories     Poultry

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 150 g/ 5.3 oz each)
2 large and thin cheese slices (or more depending on their size (See note))
2 large and thin cooked ham slices (or more depending on their size)
fine sea salt and pepper
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ teaspoon sweet paprika powder
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 eggs
zest from ½ organic lemon
some nutmeg
about 100 g/ 3.5 oz/ 1 cup dried breadcrumbs (or more, if necessary)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius/ 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Cut the chicken breasts across in half. Slice each half in the middle, but make sure that the meat still holds together at one side. Open up the breast, place it between two sheets of plastic foil and tenderize it very gently with a meat mallet or a heavy pan.
  • Slice the ham and the cheese slices into smaller slices, large enough to fit into the chicken breast, but slightly smaller than the pieces of meat. Place 1 slice of cheese and 1 of ham on the lower part of each meat piece, fold the upper meat piece over and press lightly so that they hold together. Sprinkle with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Mix the oil and the sweet paprika powder in a small bowl. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and brush it with the oil mixture.
  • Place the flour on a large plate. Lightly beat the eggs in a shallow bowl. Add the lemon zest and some nutmeg. Place the breadcrumbs on another large plate.
  • Coat the chicken in flour and shake carefully to remove the excess flour.
  • Dip in the eggs and coat in breadcrumbs, pressing slightly.
  • Place on the prepared baking tray. Brush lightly with some of the oil mixture, reserve the rest of the oil for later.
  • Bake for a total time of 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through, turning halfway through. After turning, brush the chicken very lightly with the leftover paprika oil and finish baking.
  • Serve immediately as suggested above.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 cordon bleu pieces, Calories 591 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 64 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 256 mg, Sodium 1017 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 17 g

HAM CORDON BLEU SANDWICH



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This delicious toasted sandwich is under 300 calories.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 slices multi-grain bread, toasted
1 Tbsp. MIRACLE WHIP Light Dressing
3 slices OSCAR MAYER Deli Fresh Smoked Ham
3 slices OSCAR MAYER Deli Fresh Smoked Turkey Breast
1 KRAFT 2% Milk Swiss Singles

Steps:

  • Spread 1 toast slice with dressing; place on microwaveable plate. Top with ham, turkey and 2% Milk Singles.
  • Microwave on HIGH 30 sec. or until Singles begins to melt. Cover with remaining toast slice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 1210 mg, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 18 g

CORDON BLEU CASSEROLE



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I often roast a turkey just to have leftovers for this creamy cordon bleu casserole. It makes for a pretty presentation at potluck dinners.-Joyce Paul, Qu'Appelle, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
4 cups cubed cooked turkey
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1 large onion, chopped
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1-3/4 cups 2% milk
TOPPING:
1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/4 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, cook ham until browned, 4-5 minutes; drain and pat dry. In a greased 2-qt. baking dish, layer the turkey, cheese and ham; set aside. , In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, mustard and nutmeg until blended. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Pour over ham. , Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over the top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° until golden brown and bubbly, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572 calories, Fat 34g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 200mg cholesterol, Sodium 940mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 49g protein.

EASY CHICKEN CORDON BLEU



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
2 tablespoons mascarpone cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
Four 5-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Kosher salt
4 large thin slices Emmentaler or Swiss cheese (approximately 4 ounces)
8 thin slices Black Forest ham (approximately 4 ounces)

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.

CORDON BLEU CHICKEN ROLLS



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This is the best Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe! Chicken stuffed with ham and Swiss cheese. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have.

Provided by Michelle

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     French

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
8 slices cooked ham
4 slices Swiss cheese, cut into 1 inch pieces
salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon dried thyme
¼ cup melted butter
½ cup cornflakes cereal crumbs
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
½ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place each chicken breast half between sheets of plastic wrap and pound with a meat mallet to about 1/8 inch thickness. Place a finger of cheese on each ham slice and sprinkle lightly with thyme and salt and pepper to taste. Roll up seasoned ham and cheese 'jellyroll-style', then roll each chicken breast with ham and cheese inside. Tuck in ends and fasten with toothpicks.
  • Place melted butter in a small bowl and place cereal crumbs in a shallow dish or bowl. Dip each chicken roll in butter or margarine, then roll in crumbs, turning to coat thoroughly. Place coated rolls in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for about 40 minutes or until chicken is golden brown and juices run clear. Serve with cordon bleu sauce, if desired.
  • To Make Cordon Bleu Sauce: In a small saucepan mix together the soup, sour cream and lemon juice. Heat over low heat, stirring occasionally, and serve hot over chicken rolls. Makes about 2 cups; 8 servings of 1/4 cup each.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 162.8 mg, Fat 25.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 50 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 1079.8 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

CHICKEN CORDON BLEU I



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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

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
6 slices Swiss cheese
4 slices cooked ham
½ cup seasoned bread crumbs

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

HAM CORDON BLEU



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Make and share this Ham Cordon Bleu recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Barb in WNY

Categories     Ham

Time 25m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 ounces smoked ham
2 tablespoons horseradish sauce
6 ounces turkey breast, sliced
8 slices swiss cheese, each a 4-inch square
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup herb seasoned stuffing mix, crushed

Steps:

  • Spread each slice of ham with horseradish sauce, top with turkey slice and cheese.
  • Roll and secure with picks.
  • Brush with melted butter and roll in seasoned crumbs.
  • Place on a baking sheet and heat in a 350F oven for 12 minutes or until cheese just begins to melt.
  • Remove picks, cut into 1/2-inch slices.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.2, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 46.3, Sodium 324.4, Carbohydrate 1.5, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.5, Protein 11.5

TURKEY CORDON BLEU STUFFED WITH HAM, ROASTED GREEN CHILES AND BRIE



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 poblano chiles
1 pound Brie cheese, skin on, sliced into thin planks
1 1/2 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese
Three 2-pound turkey breasts, boneless
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable oil
15 thin slices cooked deli ham
Honey Mustard Sauce, recipe follows, optional
2/3 cups honey
1/2 cup Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • For the chile stuffing: Preheat a grill to high heat (you can also use a broiler if you don't have a grill). Place the whole chiles on the grill and cook until well charred and blistered, turning every 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a heatproof bowl and cover with plastic wrap so they "sweat," making them easier to peel. Let the chiles stand for 5 minutes before uncovering and using towels to rub off the skins. Discard the skins, remove the cores and seeds and finely chop the chiles. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and season with salt and pepper. Add the cheeses and stir together to form a stuffing. Set aside until ready to use.
  • For the turkey cordon bleu: Make a horizontal cut down the length of the thin side of each turkey breast using a sharp thin knife. Open the breasts up like a book so the cut-sides are exposed facing up and the skin-side is down, with the "spine" of the chicken horizontal on your work surface. Sprinkle the turkey with salt and pepper.
  • Lay 5 slices of the deli ham on each breast and trim the edges so the ham fits inside the breast and there is a small border around the turkey. Leaving this gap will ensure that when the turkey is rolled up it forms a nice seal and the stuffing doesn't ooze out everywhere. Divide the poblano-cheese stuffing in thirds and spread on each of the breasts evenly, leaving a small border around the edge. Starting from one side, tightly roll up the turkey away from you, stuffing in any of the filling as it tries to escape at the edges (it is important you roll it up this way, so when you make the slices in the finished roulade they are across the grain). Secure the roll with pieces of butchers twine every 2 inches to form a tight, even log. Repeat with the remaining breasts. Sprinkle the outsides with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Heat oil in a turkey roaster set across two burners on medium-high heat. Add the roulades and brown evenly, 3 to 4 minutes per side. When browned all over, transfer the whole pan of the roulades to the oven and finish cooking. Roast until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Transfer to a platter and allow the meat to rest to allow for carry-over cooking and the internal temperature to reach 170 degrees F, 10 to 12 minutes. To serve, remove the twine and cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Drizzle the pan juices over the top.
  • Combine the honey and mustard and mix well.

VEAL CORDON BLEU



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Categories     Cheese     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Veal     Ham     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 (1/8-inch-thick) veal cutlets (also called scaloppine; all the same size, about 2 1/2 oz each)
1 (1/2-lb) piece Gruyère
4 (1/8-inch-thick) slices baked ham such as Virginia
1 cup plain dry bread crumbs
2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
Garnish: lemon wedges; fresh parsley sprigs
Special Equipment
a meat pounder; a cheese plane

Steps:

  • If cutlets are thicker than 1/8 inch, pound them between sheets of plastic wrap with flat side of meat pounder. Using cheese plane, shave enough cheese to make a double layer for each of 4 cutlets.
  • Pat dry 2 cutlets of the same shape and arrange 1 cutlet on a work surface. Put 1 slice of ham on cutlet, trimming ham to leave a 1/4-inch border of veal around the ham, then arrange a double layer of cheese on ham and top with second cutlet. Lightly pound 1/4-inch border around cutlets' outer edges to seal veal sandwich. Make 3 more sandwiches in same manner.
  • Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Stir together bread crumbs, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large shallow baking dish. Stir together flour, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in another large baking dish. Whisk together eggs, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a third large baking dish.
  • Dredge 1 veal sandwich in flour, knocking off excess, then dip in egg to coat, letting excess drip off, and dredge in bread crumbs, patting to help them adhere. Transfer coated sandwich to a rack set on a baking sheet. Dredge and coat remaining sandwiches in same manner. Chill, uncovered, 1 hour, and let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides. Add 2 veal sandwiches, then reduce heat to moderate and cook, turning over once, until golden, about 4 minutes total. Transfer to plates and wipe out skillet with paper towels. Cook remaining sandwiches in remaining butter and oil in same manner.

POTLUCK CORDON BLEU CASSEROLE



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People usually ask me to bring this tempting casserole whenever I'm invited to attend a potluck. The turkey, ham and cheese are delectable combined with the crunchy topping. And when I bake a turkey, I prepare the leftovers for this dish, knowing I'll be making it again soon. -Joyce Paul, Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 cups cubed cooked turkey
3 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups half-and-half cream
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/8 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
TOPPING:
1 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the turkey, ham and cheese; set aside. In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add flour; stir until blended. Gradually add cream, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the dill, mustard and nutmeg. Remove from the heat and pour over meat mixture. , Spoon into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, butter and dill. Stir in cheese and walnuts. Sprinkle over casserole. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 calories, Fat 24g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 848mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh, thick slices of ham, mild or sharp Swiss cheese, and thinly sliced boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
  • Pound the chicken breasts evenly to ensure they cook quickly and evenly. Place them between sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper and use a rolling pin or meat mallet to gently pound them until they are about 1/4-inch thick.
  • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper before dredging them in flour. This will help to enhance their flavor.
  • Use a shallow dish or plate to dredge the chicken breasts in flour. This will make it easier to evenly coat them.
  • Dip the chicken breasts in the egg wash, making sure to coat them completely. This will help the bread crumbs to adhere to the chicken.
  • Press the chicken breasts into the bread crumbs, making sure to cover them completely. This will help to create a crispy coating.
  • Fry the chicken breasts in a large skillet over medium heat until they are golden brown and cooked through. This should take about 3-4 minutes per side.
  • Serve the chicken breasts immediately with your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

Ham cordon bleu is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. With a few simple tips, you can make ham cordon bleu at home that is just as good as the restaurant. So next time you are looking for a new recipe, try ham cordon bleu. You won't be disappointed.

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