Indulge in the classic elegance of Chicken Cordon Bleu paired perfectly with the savory crunch of homemade Garlic Bread. This easy and quick recipe transforms simple chicken breasts into a gourmet meal, filled with tender ham and melted Swiss cheese, and coated with a crispy, flavorful breadcrumb crust. The dish is complemented by a side of golden garlic bread, brushed with a fragrant blend of butter, garlic, and fresh parsley. Perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion, this delightful combination is sure to impress and satisfy. With straightforward instructions and minimal prep time, you can enjoy a restaurant-quality meal right at home in under an hour.
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices of ham
- 4 slices of Swiss cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Sourdough Bread
- Garlic
- Parsley
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Chicken: On a cutting board, use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness (about 1/4 inch thick).
- Assemble Chicken: Place a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese on each flattened chicken breast. Roll up each chicken breast tightly and secure with toothpicks.
- Prepare Breading: In a mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, dried thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Egg Wash: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- Coat Chicken: Dip each chicken roll in the egg wash, then roll it in the breadcrumb mixture until evenly coated.
- Bake: Place the coated chicken rolls in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare Bread: Slice the baguette or Italian loaf in half lengthwise.
- Make Garlic Butter: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 2 minutes, or until fragrant.
- Assemble Bread: Brush the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread. If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake: Place the bread on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven (375°F / 190°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crispy.
Chicken Cordon Bleu with Garlic Bread
Enjoy a gourmet meal at home with this easy Chicken Cordon Bleu, filled with ham and Swiss cheese, and served alongside crispy homemade garlic bread. Ready in under an hour!
Equipment
- Tools:
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Meat mallet or rolling pin
- Toothpicks
- Baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Aluminum foil
- Small saucepan
- Brush
Ingredients
- Ingredients:
- Chicken Cordon Bleu:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices of ham
- 4 slices of Swiss cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Garlic Bread:
- 1 baguette or loaf of Italian bread
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional
Instructions
- Instructions:
- Chicken Cordon Bleu:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Chicken: On a cutting board, use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness (about 1/4 inch thick).
- Assemble Chicken: Place a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese on each flattened chicken breast. Roll up each chicken breast tightly and secure with toothpicks.
- Prepare Breading: In a mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, dried thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Egg Wash: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- Coat Chicken: Dip each chicken roll in the egg wash, then roll it in the breadcrumb mixture until evenly coated.
- Bake: Place the coated chicken rolls in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Garlic Bread:
- Prepare Bread: Slice the baguette or Italian loaf in half lengthwise.
- Make Garlic Butter: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 2 minutes, or until fragrant.
- Assemble Bread: Brush the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread. If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake: Place the bread on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven (375°F / 190°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crispy.
Helpful Tips:
- Chicken Thickness: Ensure the chicken breasts are evenly pounded to cook uniformly.
- Securing Rolls: Use toothpicks to keep the chicken rolls tightly secured while baking.
- Garlic Butter: Be careful not to burn the garlic when melting it with the butter. Low heat is key.
- Crispy Bread: For extra crispy garlic bread, broil it for the last 1-2 minutes of baking, but watch closely to prevent burning.
- Cheese Substitute: You can substitute Swiss cheese with Gruyère or Mozzarella for a different flavor profile.
