Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Cordon Bleu with Cheese Sauce, a classic dish that combines tender chicken breasts stuffed with savory ham and Swiss cheese, all enveloped in a crispy breadcrumb coating. The addition of a rich, creamy cheese sauce elevates this gourmet meal, making it perfect for family dinners or elegant gatherings. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any occasion, this dish is sure to impress your loved ones. Enjoy it alongside your favorite sides for a comforting yet sophisticated dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts (sliced thin)
- 8 slices ham
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- For Cheese Sauce: olive oil, butter, flour, milk, garlic powder, mustard paste, nutmeg, black pepper, salt, Parmesan cheese, Swiss cheese, sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare chicken by slicing and pounding it thin. Layer ham and Swiss cheese on top; roll tightly and chill for 1-2 hours.
- Coat the chilled chicken rolls in seasoned flour, dip in beaten eggs, then roll in breadcrumbs.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Bake chicken rolls on a lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- For the cheese sauce, melt oil and butter in a saucepan; whisk in flour to create a roux. Gradually add milk until thickened; stir in remaining sauce ingredients until smooth.
- Slice baked chicken into pinwheels and drizzle with 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: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 975mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg