Description
Cordon Bleu rolls stuffed with ham and Swiss cheese bring pure comfort to your dinner table. Crispy golden breading and tender chicken make this classic dish a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that feels like a warm hug from your kitchen.
Ingredients
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Main Proteins:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices deli ham
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
Dairy and Creamy Elements:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Seasonings and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt
- Pepper
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Butterfly two 4-ounce chicken breasts horizontally, creating four thin pieces. Season generously with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper across all surfaces.
- Layer one slice of ham and one slice of Swiss cheese onto each chicken piece. Carefully roll each chicken breast, securing with toothpicks if needed.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon unsalted butter in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat at 375°F. Cook rolled chicken for 4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Transfer chicken to a baking sheet. Remove toothpicks carefully. Broil at 500°F for 2 minutes until cheese starts melting and edges turn slightly crispy.
- In the same skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour 1 cup heavy cream into skillet. Simmer for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Whisk in ½ cup Parmesan cheese and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard.
- Season cream sauce with ¼ teaspoon salt and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper. Stir until sauce thickens slightly, approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Plate chicken and drizzle ¼ cup warm cream sauce over each piece. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley on top for garnish.
Notes
- Check chicken temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F for safe cooking.
- Pound chicken breasts evenly to guarantee consistent thickness and faster, more uniform cooking.
- Swap Swiss cheese for Gruyère or provolone for a different flavor profile and added richness.
- For a lighter version, replace heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt and use less butter during preparation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg