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Baked chicken cordon bleu with crispy golden coating, sliced open to reveal melted cheese and ham, served with green peas on a white plate.

Chicken Cordon Bleu

Ella
This baked chicken cordon bleu delivers a crispy golden coating with a juicy interior and a rich, melty cheese center.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine French-American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 513 kcal

Ingredients
  

Chicken

  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts about 2 pounds total
  • 8 slices turkey ham or smoked turkey slices
  • 8 oz Swiss cheese sliced or shredded
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Crispy Coating

  • 3 cups corn flakes cereal crushed
  • 6 tbsp butter melted

Simple Sauce

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tsp yellow mustard adjust to taste

Instructions
 

  • Pat the chicken breasts dry and slice each one horizontally to create thinner pieces.
  • Pound the chicken between plastic wrap until thin and even.
  • Place a slice of turkey ham and Swiss cheese onto each piece of chicken.
  • Roll each piece tightly into a log, tucking in the sides to seal the filling.
  • Wrap each roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Crush corn flakes into fine crumbs and prepare melted butter in a separate dish.
  • Unwrap chicken, season lightly with salt and pepper, dip in melted butter, then coat with cornflake crumbs.
  • Place coated chicken on a greased baking sheet with space between each piece.
  • Bake for about 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  • Mix mayonnaise and mustard in a bowl until smooth to create the sauce.
  • Let chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serve with the sauce.

Notes

For best results, chill the rolled chicken before baking to prevent cheese leakage. You can substitute Swiss cheese with Gruyère or Emmental for a deeper flavor. If cornflakes are unavailable, use panko breadcrumbs or crushed crackers for a similar crispy texture.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 513 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 9 g
  • Protein: 24 g
  • Fat: 42 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat: 14 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.4 g
  • Cholesterol: 106 mg
  • Sodium: 613 mg
  • Potassium: 296 mg
  • Fiber: 0.4 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Vitamin A: 721 IU
  • Vitamin C: 3 mg
  • Calcium: 262 mg
  • Iron: 3 mg
Keyword baked chicken recipe, chicken cordon bleu, crispy chicken dinner, easy family dinner