Description
Chicken Cordon Bleu with Creamy Swiss Cheese Sauce is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts wrapped around savory ham and melted Swiss cheese, all topped with a luscious creamy sauce. This recipe brings together crispy textures and rich flavors, making it perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a comforting meal at home. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a gourmet experience that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices thinly sliced ham
- 8 ounces Swiss cheese, sliced
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Slice each chicken breast open like a book; season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Stuff each breast with two slices of ham and one slice of Swiss cheese, then fold closed.
- Dip the stuffed breasts in beaten eggs, then coat in panko breadcrumbs.
- Arrange the chicken in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- In a saucepan over low heat, combine heavy cream, garlic powder, and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Drizzle the creamy sauce over the baked chicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sear the chicken briefly in a skillet before baking. - Experiment with different cheeses like gouda or add herbs for a unique twist. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.