Light Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe

Name: Light Chicken Cordon Bleu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 8 slices lean deli ham (1 oz. each); 1 1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese (6 oz.); 2/3 cup nonfat milk; 1 cup crushed corn flakes; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; SAUCE; 1 can reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted; 1/2 cup nonfat sour cream; 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

8 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 teaspoon pepper
8 slices lean deli ham (1 oz. each)
1 1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese (6 oz.)
2/3 cup nonfat milk
1 cup crushed corn flakes
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
SAUCE
1 can reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 cup nonfat sour cream
1 teaspoon lemon juice

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Flatten chicken to 1/4-in.
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thickness.
3
Sprinkle with pepper; place a ham slice and 3 tablespoons of cheese down the center of each piece.
4
Roll up and tuck in ends; secure with toothpicks.
5
Pour milk into a shallow bowl.
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In another bowl, combine the cornflakes, paprika, garlic powder and salt.
7
Dip chicken in milk, then roll in crumbs.
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Place in a 13-in.
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x 9-in.
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x 2-in.
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baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray.
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Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until juices run clear.
13
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk the soup, sour cream and lemon juice until blended; heat through.
14
Discard toothpicks from chicken; serve with sauce.

851

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

119

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

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, 8 slices lean deli ham (1 oz. each), 1 1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese (6 oz.), and more.

Yes, Light 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!

Light Chicken Cordon Bleu

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Variations & substitutions

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