Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese Sauce Recipe
This Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe features tender chicken breasts stuffed with savory turkey slices and melted Swiss cheese, coated in crispy breadcrumbs, pan-seared to golden perfection, and finished in the oven. Served with a creamy Swiss cheese sauce, it’s a comforting and elegant dish perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Chicken Rolls
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices deli-style turkey
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter (for searing)
Swiss Cheese Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup milk (gradually added)
- 4 slices Swiss cheese (shredded or chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature while you prepare the chicken.
- Flatten Chicken Breasts: Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them to about 1/2 inch thickness for even rolling and cooking.
- Assemble Chicken Rolls: On each flattened breast, layer two slices of turkey and one slice of Swiss cheese, then roll tightly and secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine to keep the filling intact while cooking.
- Prepare Breading Station: Set up three shallow dishes—one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with milk, and one with breadcrumbs combined with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bread Chicken Rolls: Dredge each chicken roll first in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture for a crispy exterior.
- Sear Chicken Rolls: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the breaded chicken rolls for 4-5 minutes per side until they develop a golden brown crust.
- Bake Chicken Rolls: Transfer the seared rolls into a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), ensuring they are cooked through.
- Make Swiss Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Whisk in flour to create a roux, then gradually whisk in milk until smooth and thickened. Stir in Swiss cheese until melted and well combined.
- Serve: Remove toothpicks or twine from the chicken rolls and serve them hot, drizzled generously with the creamy Swiss cheese sauce.
Notes
- Use panko breadcrumbs for a lighter, crunchier coating.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) for safe consumption.
- To make assembly easier, chill the chicken rolls briefly before breading.
- For a lower-fat option, substitute butter with olive oil in searing and sauce.
- Swiss cheese sauce can be prepared ahead and reheated gently before serving.
