Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or 1/2 cup for super easy method).
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2 small chicken breasts (6-7oz/180-210g each).
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4 slices Swiss cheese.
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4-6 slices ham (2.5oz/75g).
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3 tablespoons mayonnaise (for super easy method).
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1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (for super easy method).
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1 egg (for dredge method).
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2 teaspoons flour (for dredge method).
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1 1/2 tablespoons butter (for sauce).
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1 1/2 tablespoons flour (for sauce).
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1 1/4 cups milk.
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2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (for sauce).
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3 tablespoons grated parmesan.
# Instructions:
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Heat oven to 390F. Spread panko on tray, spray with oil, bake 3 minutes until golden.
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Cut pocket in each breast. Fill with folded cheese and ham. Close with toothpicks.
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Mix mayo and mustard, spread on top and sides of chicken. Press breadcrumbs on top and sides.
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Mix egg and flour. Dip chicken in egg mix, then coat in breadcrumbs.
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Spray breaded chicken with oil. Bake 25-30 minutes until golden and cooked.
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Make roux with butter and flour. Gradually whisk in milk, mustard and cheese until thickened.
# Notes:
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Two breading methods available - super easy or dredge.
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Can make ahead using dredge method.
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Swiss cheese works best for minimal leakage.