Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese Sauce Recipe
Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese Sauce is a classic and elegant dish featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with savory turkey slices and melted Swiss cheese. Breaded and pan-seared to golden perfection before baking, it is served with a creamy, homemade Swiss cheese sauce that enhances every bite. Perfect for a hearty dinner or special occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Filling
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices deli-style turkey
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
Breading
- 1 cup flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Swiss Cheese Sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 1 cup milk (for sauce)
- 1 tablespoon flour (for sauce)
- 4 slices Swiss cheese (for sauce)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the chicken rolls.
- Prepare Chicken: Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound it to about 1/2 inch thickness for even rolling and cooking.
- Assemble Rolls: Lay two slices of turkey and one slice of Swiss cheese on each flattened chicken breast. Roll them tightly and secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine to hold the filling inside.
- Set Up Breading Station: Arrange three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with 1/2 cup milk, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bread the Chicken Rolls: Dredge each chicken roll in flour, then dip into the egg and milk mixture, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture for a crispy crust.
- Pan-Sear Rolls: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken rolls for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown, creating a crisp exterior.
- Bake: Transfer the seared chicken rolls to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), ensuring they are fully cooked.
- Make Swiss Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Whisk in flour to create a roux, then gradually add milk while whisking. Stir in Swiss cheese until melted and smooth to form a creamy sauce.
- Serve: Remove toothpicks or twine from the chicken rolls, slice if desired, and drizzle generously with the Swiss cheese sauce before serving.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is pounded evenly for consistent cooking and easy rolling.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for an extra crispy coating.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer for safe eating.
- For a lower-fat version, reduce butter and use low-fat cheese and milk.
- Make the sauce ahead of time and gently reheat before serving.
- Remove toothpicks before serving to avoid injury.
Keywords: Chicken Cordon Bleu, Swiss Cheese Sauce, baked chicken, stuffed chicken, classic chicken recipe
