Description
Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese Sauce is a delightful dish that perfectly marries the flavors of tender chicken and savory turkey, enveloped in a creamy Swiss cheese sauce. This elegant yet approachable recipe is ideal for both family dinners and special occasions, featuring juicy chicken rolls with a crispy coating that will impress your guests. Easy to prepare, this comforting classic can quickly become a favorite at your dinner table. Serve it alongside fresh salads or hearty sides for a well-rounded meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices of turkey
- 4 slices of Swiss cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup flour
- ½ cup milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Flatten each chicken breast to about ½ inch thick using a meat mallet.
- Layer two slices of turkey and one slice of Swiss cheese on each breast, roll tightly, and secure with toothpicks.
- Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs mixed with milk, and breadcrumbs seasoned with garlic powder.
- Coat each chicken roll in flour, dip in egg mixture, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and brown the rolls on all sides for about 4–5 minutes each.
- Transfer the rolls to a baking dish and bake for 20–25 minutes until cooked through (165°F/75°C).
- For the sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, gradually add milk, then stir in Swiss cheese until smooth.
- Serve warm drizzled with Swiss cheese sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken roll (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg