Foolproof Chicken Cordon Bleu
This easy Chicken Cordon Bleu uses a clever plastic wrap trick for perfect rolls (no toothpicks!). Stuffed with ham and Swiss, coated in crispy cornflakes, and ready in about an hour. A guaranteed family favorite!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs)
- 8 thin slices ham
- 8 oz Swiss cheese sliced or shredded
- Salt and black pepper
- 3 cups cornflakes cereal
- 6 tbsp butter melted
- 1 cup mayonnaise for sauce
- 1-2 tsp yellow mustard for sauce
Instructions
- Halve chicken breasts horizontally and pound to ¼ inch thickness between plastic wrap.
- Season chicken, top with ham and cheese, and roll up tightly.
- Wrap each roll tightly in plastic wrap, twisting ends to form a log. Chill 30+ mins.
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Crush cornflakes. Dip chilled rolls in melted butter, then cornflake crumbs, pressing to adhere.
- Place on greased baking sheet. Bake 25-30 min until golden and internal temp reaches 160°F.
- Mix mayo and mustard for sauce. Let chicken rest 5 min before slicing. Serve.
Notes
- Chilling the wrapped rolls is essential for shape and to prevent leaks.
- Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
- Freeze unbaked, wrapped rolls for up to 3 months.