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Crispy, Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu

A delightful dish combining chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese, wrapped in a crispy coating, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 560
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 16 slices Swiss cheese
  • ½ lb ham, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (125 g)
  • 4 pieces eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups panko bread crumbs (100 g)
  • Peanut oil or vegetable oil, for frying
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for sauce)
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Place a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese between each chicken breast. Fold the chicken over if necessary.
  4. Dredge each stuffed chicken breast in flour, dip it in beaten eggs, and then coat it with panko bread crumbs.
Cooking
  1. Carefully place the chicken in the hot oil and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
Preparing the Sauce
  1. Melt butter in a saucepan, add minced garlic, and cook until fragrant.
  2. Stir in flour and cook for a minute. Then whisk in water or broth to achieve the desired consistency.
Serving
  1. Serve the chicken cordon bleu hot with the creamy sauce drizzled on top.

Notes

If you have leftovers, let the chicken cool down, then place it in an airtight container. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, put it in the oven or a skillet to maintain its crispiness. Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying; this helps achieve a crispy texture. Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying; cook in batches if necessary.