Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe

Name: Chicken Cordon Bleu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 whole chicken breasts, split, boned and skinned; 3 Tbsp. minced parsley; 1/2 c. Italian bread crumbs; 1 can cream of chicken or cream of mushroom soup (undiluted); 8 (1 oz.) slices thin, cooked ham; 8 (1 oz.) slices Swiss cheese; 1 egg, beaten; 1/4 c. butter; 1 (8 oz.) carton sour cream; 1 (4 oz.) can sliced mushrooms, drained

Servings: persons

1
Place each chicken breast half between waxed paper; flatten to 1/4-inch thickness with mallet or rolling pin.
2
Place 1 slice ham and 1 slice cheese in center of each breast.
3
Sprinkle evenly with parsley.
4
Roll up lengthwise and secure with toothpick.
5
Dip each chicken roll in egg.
6
Coat well with bread crumbs.
7
Melt butter in heavy skillet; brown chicken on all sides.
8
Remove chicken to a 12 x 8 x 2-inch baking dish, reserving drippings in skillet.
9
Add remaining ingredients to drippings; stir well.
10
Pour sauce over chicken.
11
Bake, uncovered, at 350u00b0 for 45 minutes.

1518

kcal

Calories

110

Fat

Carbs

123

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 whole chicken breasts, split, boned and skinned, 3 Tbsp. minced parsley, 1/2 c. Italian bread crumbs, 1 can cream of chicken or cream of mushroom soup (undiluted), and more.

Yes, Chicken Cordon Bleu falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Cordon Bleu

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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