Description

Looking for the best Chicken Cordon Bleu with Creamy Sauce recipe? This easy and quick dinner idea is simple to prepare and perfect for family meals or special occasions. Juicy chicken wrapped with ham and cheese then topped with a healthy style creamy sauce makes it comforting and satisfying. Great for weeknight dinners holiday gatherings or meal prep. Save this easy homemade chicken recipe for your next delicious dinner idea.

Ingredients

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4 chicken breasts
4 slices ham
4 slices Swiss cheese
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup all purpose flour
2 eggs beaten
2 tbsp butter
1 1/2 cups milk or cream
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp chopped parsley

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F. Place each chicken breast between plastic wrap and pound to about 1/4 inch thickness using a meat mallet.
Place one slice of ham and one slice of Swiss cheese on each chicken breast. Roll tightly and secure with toothpicks.
Prepare three bowls. Add 1/2 cup flour in the first bowl. Add 2 beaten eggs in the second bowl. Add 1 cup breadcrumbs in the third bowl.
Coat each rolled chicken in flour then dip into egg mixture then roll in breadcrumbs making sure it is fully coated.
Heat a skillet with 1 tbsp oil over medium heat and cook the chicken rolls for about 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
In a saucepan melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat then whisk in 2 tbsp flour and cook for 1 minute.
Slowly whisk in 1 1/2 cups milk or cream stirring constantly until the sauce thickens about 3 to 4 minutes.
Add garlic powder salt and pepper and continue whisking until smooth. Tip stir constantly to avoid lumps.
Remove toothpicks from chicken slice slightly and serve topped with the creamy sauce and fresh parsley.

Notes

Pound chicken evenly to help it cook uniformly.
Chill rolled chicken for 10 minutes before breading to keep filling secure.
Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crisp texture.
Add Dijon mustard to the sauce for extra flavor.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Pan Fry and Bake
Cuisine: French Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken roll
Calories: 420
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 520mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 140mg