Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe
This Baked Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe makes it easy to enjoy a fancy French dish in your very own home. It’s got juicy breaded chicken stuffed with ham and Swiss cheese, served with creamy Dijon sauce.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time45 minutes mins
Total Time1 hour hr
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, French
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 401kcal
Author: The Carefree Kitchen
Breading
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup Cornflakes cereal crushed
- 1/2 cup Italian panko crumbs
Chicken
- 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast (6 pieces)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 6 slices ham
- 12 slices Swiss cheese
Creamy Sauce
- 1½ tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons cold water
- 6 tablespoons butter melted
- 3/4 cup chicken stock or white wine
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9" x 13" baking dish.
Add the eggs and water to a pie plate or shallow dish and whisk well to combine. In a second small bowl, mix the flour, paprika, salt, and garlic powder and whisk together. In a third small bowl, combine the panko bread crumbs and the crushed Cornflakes. Set all dishes aside.
Place each chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap or parchment paper and pound with a meat tenderizer until they are all about 1/2 inch thickness. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Over each pounded and seasoned chicken breast, spread about 1/2 tablespoon of Dijon mustard followed by one slice of ham and two slices of Swiss cheese. Roll tightly and secure with toothpicks if needed.
Lightly dredge each rolled chicken breast in the seasoned flour mixture, then the egg mixture, then coat all sides in the Cornflake mixture. Place the chicken seam side down in the prepared baking dish.
Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (165° internal temperature).
To Make the Creamy Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 3 tablespoons of cold water until smooth.
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, then add the chicken stock and chicken bullion. Simmer for 3-4 minutes to reduce slightly.
Whisk in the heavy cream and the cornstarch mixture and stir until smooth. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens. Taste and adjust seasonings if desired.
Chicken breasts: you will need 6 breasts, weighing about 6-8 ounces each.
Storing and reheating leftovers: store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a preheated 350 degree oven until warmed through.
To make ahead: once you have rolled up the chicken, cover with plastic wrap and store in the fridge overnight. The next day, remove from the fridge and finish as directed. You can also freeze the rolled up chicken for up to 2 months, then thaw in the fridge overnight to finish the following day.
Calories: 401kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 135mg | Sodium: 1229mg | Potassium: 233mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1267IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 7mg