Description
Chicken Cordon Bleu with Cheese Sauce is a mouthwatering dish that brings together tender chicken breasts, savory ham, and creamy Swiss cheese, all encased in a golden, crispy crust. Topped with a rich cheese sauce, this classic recipe is perfect for family gatherings or special occasions. With its delightful flavors and elegant presentation, it’s sure to impress your guests while being easy enough for beginner cooks to master. Whether served as a main course or sliced into appetizers, this dish will surely become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 8 slices of ham
- 8 slices of Swiss cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard paste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Swiss cheese
- 1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by slicing and pounding it thinly. Roll each piece with ham and Swiss cheese inside and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
- Coat the chicken rolls in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and then roll in breadcrumbs.
- Bake at 350°F (177°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, make the cheese sauce by creating a roux with olive oil and butter; add milk gradually until thickened; stir in cheeses until smooth.
- Slice the baked chicken into pinwheels and drizzle with warm cheese sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken roll (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg