Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese Sauce, a classic dish that perfectly brings together tender chicken breasts, savory turkey, and creamy Swiss cheese. This recipe is designed for both busy weeknights and special occasions, offering an impressive presentation that will wow your guests. With its rich layers of flavor and satisfying textures, this dish promises to be a family favorite. Each bite is enhanced by a warm Swiss cheese sauce that ties the dish together beautifully.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices of turkey (deli-style)
- 4 slices of Swiss cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pound chicken breasts between plastic wrap until about 1/2 inch thick.
- Layer each flattened breast with turkey slices and Swiss cheese, then roll tightly and secure.
- Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs mixed with milk, and breadcrumbs combined with garlic powder.
- Coat each roll in flour, dip in egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs.
- Brown rolls in a skillet with melted butter for about 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Transfer browned rolls to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- For the sauce, melt remaining butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour and gradually add milk until thickened; stir in Swiss cheese until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken roll (around 180g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 130mg