Crispy Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu (Printable Version)
Golden-crusted chicken rolls stuffed with turkey and Swiss cheese, finished with a velvety cheese sauce for a gourmet meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
01 -
4 boneless and skinless chicken breasts
→ Filling
02 -
8 slices deli-style turkey
03 -
4 slices Swiss cheese
→ Breading
04 -
1 cup all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs
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1/2 cup milk
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1 cup panko breadcrumbs
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Sauce
10 -
4 tablespoons butter, divided
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
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Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound until approximately 1.3 cm (1/2 inch) thick.
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Lay two slices of turkey and one slice of Swiss cheese on each flattened chicken breast. Roll tightly and secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
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Set up three separate bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with milk, and one with breadcrumbs combined with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Coat each chicken roll thoroughly in flour, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally coat completely with seasoned breadcrumbs.
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Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken rolls for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
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Transfer the seared chicken rolls to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
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While chicken is baking, prepare the Swiss cheese sauce by melting the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan. Whisk in some flour, then gradually add milk and Swiss cheese, stirring until smooth.
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Remove toothpicks or twine from chicken rolls before serving. Plate the chicken rolls and drizzle with the warm Swiss cheese sauce.
# Notes:
01 -
For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of fresh herbs like thyme or parsley to the breadcrumb mixture.
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Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing to help keep the filling intact.