A family-favorite Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe featuring juicy chicken, melty Swiss cheese, savory ham, and a crispy golden crust. Includes a creamy Dijon sauce and Grandma’s butter-stuffed version for added flavor magic.
Shallow dishes (for flour, egg, and breadcrumb coating)
Oven-safe skillet (preferably cast iron)
Instant-read thermometer (to ensure chicken is fully cooked)
Saucepan (for creamy Dijon sauce)
Sharp knife (for slicing chicken rolls)
Toothpicks (to secure chicken rolls)
Ingredients
For the Chicken Rolls
4Chicken breasts- Boneless, skinless
4Ham slices- Black Forest or Virginia style
4Swiss cheese slices
2tablespoonDijon mustard
1teaspoonFresh thyme leaves- Optional, for added flavor
Salt and pepper- To taste
For the Coating
½cupAll-purpose flour- Seasoned with salt and pepper
2Eggs- Beaten
1cupPanko breadcrumbs
¼cupGrated Parmesan- Mixed with breadcrumbs
For the Dijon Cream Sauce
2tablespoonUnsalted butter
2clovesGarlic- Minced
2tablespoonAll-purpose flour- For roux
1cupChicken broth
½cupHeavy cream
2tablespoonDijon mustard
1teaspoonLemon juice- Fresh
Salt and pepper- To taste
Instructions
Place each chicken breast between plastic wrap and pound to ¼-inch thickness using a meat mallet.
Season flattened chicken with salt and pepper. Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard over each.
Layer with ham and Swiss cheese. Roll tightly from the narrow end, tucking in sides. Secure with toothpicks.
Dredge each roll in seasoned flour, dip in beaten egg, then coat in panko-Parmesan mixture.
Sear rolls in an oven-safe skillet with oil, 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
Transfer skillet to a 375°F oven. Bake 15–20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and removing toothpicks.
In saucepan, melt butter. Sauté garlic, add flour to form roux. Whisk in broth and cream. Simmer 5 mins, stir in Dijon and lemon juice. Season to taste.
Slice rested chicken rolls. Spoon Dijon cream sauce over the top and serve with favorite sides.
Notes
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an approximation. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes.Feel free to add more of your favorite toppings.