Chicken Cordon Bleu I

Health score
16%
Chicken Cordon Bleu I
45 min.
4
328kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful and satisfying meal that brings together rich flavors and a crispy texture, then Chicken Cordon Bleu I is the perfect dish for you! This classic recipe features tender chicken breasts enveloping layers of savory ham and melted Swiss cheese, creating a delicious combination that will tantalize your taste buds. It's a splendid choice for lunch or dinner, guaranteed to impress your family and friends.

This recipe is not only mouthwatering but also relatively simple to prepare. In just 45 minutes, you can serve up a dish that's both elegant and comforting. Imagine perfectly rolled chicken breasts, crispy on the outside thanks to seasoned breadcrumbs, and oozing with cheesy goodness on the inside. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or just looking to elevate a weeknight meal, Chicken Cordon Bleu will surely shine on your dining table.

With its delightful combination of flavors and textures, this dish caters to a variety of palates, making it a family favorite. Plus, it packs in a balanced nutritional profile with a good ratio of protein, fat, and carbs, allowing you to indulge while still being mindful of your health. So, roll up your sleeves, grab those chicken breasts, and let's get cooking—you won't regret it!

Ingredients

  • slices ham cooked
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper black
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup seasoned bread crumbs 
  •  chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • slices swiss cheese 

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a 7x11 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Pound chicken breasts to 1/4 inch thickness.
  3. Sprinkle each piece of chicken on both sides with salt and pepper.
  4. Place 1 cheese slice and 1 ham slice on top of each breast.
  5. Roll up each breast, and secure with a toothpick.
  6. Place in baking dish, and sprinkle chicken evenly with bread crumbs.
  7. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink.
  8. Remove from oven, and place 1/2 cheese slice on top of each breast. Return to oven for 3 to 5 minutes, or until cheese has melted.
  9. Remove toothpicks, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories328kcal
Protein47.86%
Fat38.79%
Carbs13.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.75
Glycemic Load
0.11
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
20.009564949119%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:328.36kcal
16.42%
Fat:13.79g
21.21%
Saturated Fat:5.97g
37.3%
Carbohydrates:10.68g
3.56%
Net Carbohydrates:9.93g
3.61%
Sugar:0.86g
0.96%
Cholesterol:116.63mg
38.88%
Sodium:847.41mg
36.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.28g
76.55%
Selenium:53.09µg
75.84%
Vitamin B3:13.72mg
68.6%
Phosphorus:492.08mg
49.21%
Vitamin B6:0.96mg
48.09%
Calcium:261.95mg
26.19%
Vitamin B1:0.37mg
24.52%
Vitamin B12:1.44µg
24.06%
Vitamin B5:2.06mg
20.58%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.78%
Zinc:2.61mg
17.4%
Potassium:550.4mg
15.73%
Magnesium:50.69mg
12.67%
Vitamin C:8.28mg
10.04%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.37%
Iron:1.43mg
7.97%
Vitamin K:7.59µg
7.22%
Folate:25.52µg
6.38%
Copper:0.11mg
5.6%
Vitamin A:274.84IU
5.5%
Fiber:0.75g
3%
Vitamin E:0.41mg
2.72%
Source:Allrecipes