Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the delicious Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese Sauce, where crispy chicken meets savory ham and gooey Swiss cheese. This comforting dish is perfect for special occasions or cozy family dinners. With a golden breadcrumb crust and rich, creamy sauce, you’ll impress your guests while enjoying a delightful culinary experience. Follow these simple steps to create a restaurant-quality meal at home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices thinly sliced ham
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Pound the chicken breasts to about half an inch thick for even cooking.
- Layer each breast with ham and Swiss cheese before rolling them up tightly. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Dredge each roll in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat generously in panko breadcrumbs.
- Place the rolls in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- For the sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk in flour, then gradually add cream while stirring until thickened. Mix in garlic powder and Swiss cheese until smooth.
- Serve the baked rolls drizzled with the creamy Swiss cheese sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken roll (200g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: Enhance flavor by adding fresh herbs such as thyme or rosemary. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.