Description
Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich is a delightful twist on a classic favorite, featuring tender, crispy chicken filled with savory ham and melted Swiss cheese. This easy-to-make sandwich transforms any meal into a feast, perfect for family lunches or casual gatherings. With its irresistible flavor and satisfying crunch, it’s sure to impress your loved ones and leave everyone craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz thinly sliced ham
- 6 oz Swiss cheese
- 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 slices of ciabatta or sourdough bread
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Pound chicken breasts to about 0.5 inches thick.
- Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour seasoned with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with bread crumbs mixed with grated Parmesan.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and fry each chicken breast for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the fried chicken to a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes until cheese is melted and chicken is cooked through.
- Assemble by placing the chicken between toasted bread slices, adding lettuce if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg