Description

This Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe is a classic and elegant dish that’s easier to make than you might think! Tender chicken breasts are filled with savory ham and melted Swiss cheese, then coated in a crispy breadcrumb crust. It’s a perfect meal for a special occasion or a delicious weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
6 slices Swiss cheese
6 slices deli ham
Canola oil, for frying
1 cup crispy fried onions
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon Montreal steak seasoning
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 large eggs, beaten

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Instructions

Prep Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Place each breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to ½-inch thickness.
Fill and Roll: Layer one slice of Swiss cheese, one slice of ham, another slice of Swiss, and another slice of ham on each chicken breast. Tightly roll up each chicken breast and wrap in plastic wrap. Twist the sides to secure and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Make Breading: Preheat 2 inches of canola oil in a skillet to 350°F (177°C). Pulse crispy fried onions in a food processor until finely ground. In a bowl, combine ground onions, breadcrumbs, parsley, and Montreal steak seasoning.
Bread Chicken: Set up a breading station with flour in one bowl and beaten eggs in another. Dredge each chicken roll in flour, then egg, and finally the breadcrumb mixture.
Fry Chicken: Carefully place breaded chicken in the hot oil and cook for about 7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Serve: Serve the Chicken Cordon Bleu immediately.

Notes

You can use toothpicks to secure the chicken rolls if needed.
If you don’t have crispy fried onions, you can use regular breadcrumbs or panko breadcrumbs.
Serve with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken cordon bleu roll
Calories: 600
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 1200mg
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 20g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 40g
Cholesterol: 150mg