Chicken Cordon Bleu – Crispy, Cheesy & Classic
A crispy, golden chicken breast stuffed with ham and Swiss cheese, Chicken Cordon Bleu is a comforting and elegant dinner that’s surprisingly easy to make.
Ingredients
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2 large chicken breasts, butterflied and pounded thin
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4 slices ham
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4 slices Swiss cheese
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2 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional)
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1/3 cup flour
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2 eggs, beaten
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1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Olive oil or melted butter for baking or frying
Instructions
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Butterfly and pound chicken breasts thin.
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Optional: Brush inside with Dijon mustard. Layer with ham and cheese.
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Roll tightly and secure with toothpicks.
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Dredge in flour, dip in egg, coat in breadcrumbs.
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Bake at 400°F for 25–30 mins or pan-fry then bake to finish.
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Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Top with Dijon cream sauce or serve plain. Chill before breading for easier handling. Freeze assembled rolls for future meals.