Chicken Cordon Bleu

Health score
18%
Chicken Cordon Bleu
45 min.
4
378kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Cordon Bleu, a classic dish that brings together tender chicken, savory prosciutto, and melty cheese, all wrapped in a crispy breadcrumb coating. This recipe is perfect for those who appreciate a gourmet touch at home without spending hours in the kitchen. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish is ideal for lunch or dinner and is sure to impress your family and friends.

Imagine the aroma of garlic and paprika wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this scrumptious meal. Each bite reveals a delectable combination of textures—from the crispiness of the breadcrumbs to the juicy tenderness of the chicken. Not only is this version lighter, with only 378 calories per serving, but it also maintains all the traditional flavors that make Chicken Cordon Bleu a beloved favorite. With an emphasis on healthy ingredients, including fat-free chicken broth and part-skim mozzarella, you can enjoy this culinary treat guilt-free.

Gather your ingredients and kitchen tools, and get ready to create a dish that showcases your cooking skills while pleasing even the pickiest of eaters. Whether served alongside a fresh salad or your favorite vegetable side, this Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe is bound to become a staple in your home cooking repertoire. So roll up your sleeves and dive into a delightful cooking adventure!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • teaspoons butter melted
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs dry
  • 0.3 cup fat-skimmed beef broth fat-free
  • large garlic clove minced
  • 0.3 teaspoon oregano dried
  • teaspoon paprika 
  • tablespoon parmesan fresh grated
  • ounce part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded
  • ounces pancetta thin
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 24 ounce chicken breast halves boneless skinless

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • baking pan
  • microwave
  • rolling pin
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Place broth in a small microwave-safe bowl; microwave at high 15 seconds or until warm. Stir in butter and garlic.
  3. Combine breadcrumbs, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and paprika in a medium shallow bowl; set aside.
  4. Place each chicken breast half between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap, and pound each to 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
  5. Sprinkle both sides of chicken with salt, oregano, and pepper. Top each breast half with 1 slice of prosciutto and 1 tablespoon mozzarella.
  6. Roll up each breast half jelly-roll fashion. Dip each roll in chicken broth mixture; dredge in breadcrumb mixture.
  7. Place rolls, seam side down, in an 8-inch square baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  8. Pour remaining broth mixture over chicken.
  9. Bake at 350 for 28 minutes or until juices run clear and tops are golden.

Nutrition Facts

Calories378kcal
Protein45.77%
Fat42.45%
Carbs11.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.75
Glycemic Load
0.11
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
20.925217431525%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:377.8kcal
18.89%
Fat:17.37g
26.72%
Saturated Fat:7.16g
44.76%
Carbohydrates:10.84g
3.61%
Net Carbohydrates:9.96g
3.62%
Sugar:1.02g
1.13%
Cholesterol:137.04mg
45.68%
Sodium:697.95mg
30.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:42.14g
84.28%
Vitamin B3:19.36mg
96.81%
Selenium:62.51µg
89.3%
Vitamin B6:1.36mg
67.9%
Phosphorus:447.54mg
44.75%
Vitamin B5:2.63mg
26.32%
Potassium:714.42mg
20.41%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.01%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
16.15%
Magnesium:55.81mg
13.95%
Calcium:111.35mg
11.14%
Zinc:1.62mg
10.82%
Vitamin A:505.46IU
10.11%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.84%
Vitamin B12:0.57µg
9.51%
Iron:1.56mg
8.69%
Folate:22.89µg
5.72%
Copper:0.1mg
4.98%
Vitamin E:0.72mg
4.82%
Fiber:0.88g
3.53%
Vitamin K:3.2µg
3.05%
Vitamin C:2.28mg
2.77%
Vitamin D:0.25µg
1.7%
Source:My Recipes