Easy Baked Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe
Tender chicken is rolled with smoky ham and Swiss, coated in crisp buttery crumbs, and baked to golden perfection. A simple Dijon spread adds tangy flavor without frying.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.75 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
- 6 oz thin sliced deli ham
- 6 oz sliced Swiss cheese
- 2.5 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1.5 tbsp mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 0.75 tsp paprika
- 0.75 tsp kosher salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed sheet pan with parchment for easy cleanup.
- Pound chicken between sheets of plastic to about 1/4 inch thick so it rolls easily.
- Stir Dijon and mayonnaise with 1 tablespoon melted butter to make a spread.
- Combine panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and remaining melted butter in a bowl until crumbs are evenly moistened.
- Lay chicken smooth side down. Spread a thin layer of the Dijon mixture over each piece.
- Top each with ham and Swiss. Roll up tightly, tucking ends. Secure with toothpicks if needed, seam side down.
- Brush the outside of each roll with remaining Dijon mixture to help crumbs stick.
- Press rolls into the crumb mixture to coat all sides. Place on the prepared pan.
- Bake 25–28 minutes, until golden and the thickest part reaches 165°F. Rest 5 minutes, then remove toothpicks and slice.
Notes
Variation: Swap Swiss with Gruyère for a nuttier bite, or add a pinch of dried thyme to the crumb mix. Serving tip: Whisk a quick pan sauce with 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth, 1/3 cup half-and-half, and 1 tsp Dijon; simmer until lightly thickened and spoon over slices. Storage: Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days and reheat at 350°F until warmed through.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Baked Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.