Baked Chicken Cordon Bleu
A simple and tasty baked chicken cordon bleu that's easy to make at home, featuring juicy chicken filled with ham and Swiss cheese, served with a creamy mustard sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Pound to an even thickness
- 4 slices ham
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Season with salt and pepper
- 2 pieces eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard For the sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy cream For the sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For browning
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pound the chicken breasts to even thickness if needed.
- Place a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese on each chicken breast.
- Roll each breast tightly and fasten with toothpicks.
- Dredge each roll in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a skillet on medium-high and brown the rolls on all sides.
- Transfer rolls to a baking dish and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 minutes until cooked through.
Sauce
- In a small pan, warm Dijon mustard with heavy cream to make the sauce.
- Serve the rolls with the warm creamy sauce.
Notes
Serve hot with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a green salad. Brown the rolls first for more flavor and a crisp crust. Warm the sauce gently, do not boil the cream.