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Chicken Cordon Bleu with Extra Cheese

Chicken Cordon Bleu with Extra Cheese


  • Author: Elena Bennett
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Savor the delight of Chicken Cordon Bleu with Extra Cheese, a gourmet comfort dish that’s surprisingly simple to make at home.


Ingredients

  • Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • Ham Slices
  • Swiss Cheese
  • Breadcrumbs
  • Eggs
  • Butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound them to about 1/2 inch thick.
  3. Lay a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese on each chicken breast.
  4. Fold the chicken over to seal the filling inside.
  5. Set up a breading station: In one bowl, add beaten eggs; in another, add breadcrumbs.
  6. Dip each chicken breast first into the eggs, then coat them in breadcrumbs.
  7. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat and brown the breaded chicken on both sides.
  8. Transfer to the greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  9. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serve!

Notes

  • Use thin chicken breasts for quicker cooking.
  • Feel free to use different types of cheese.
  • Brown the chicken for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Chicken Cordon Bleu, Cheesy Chicken, Comfort Food