Chicken Cordon Bleu Classic (Print)

Crispy, ham-and-cheese stuffed chicken with creamy Dijon-Parmesan sauce. Classic comfort for special dinners.

# Ingredients:

→ For the Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 4 slices of ham
03 - 4 slices of Swiss cheese
04 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
05 - 2 large eggs, beaten
06 - 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
07 - Salt and pepper to taste
08 - 2 tbsp olive oil
09 - 2 tbsp butter

→ For the Dijon Cream Sauce

10 - 2 tbsp butter
11 - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
12 - 1 cup milk
13 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
14 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
15 - Salt and pepper to taste
16 - Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

# Steps:

01 - Set oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 - Pound chicken breasts to 1/4 inch thickness using a meat mallet. Layer each with a slice of ham and cheese. Roll tightly and secure with toothpicks.
03 - Mix flour with salt and pepper. Dredge each chicken roll in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.
04 - Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sear each chicken roll for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
05 - Transfer to a baking dish and bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
06 - In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, then stir in Dijon mustard and Parmesan. Simmer until thick and creamy. Season to taste.
07 - Remove toothpicks, slice chicken into rounds, and drizzle with cream sauce. Garnish with parsley if desired.