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Ina Garten Chicken Cordon Bleu – A Crispy, Cheesy Classic Made Easy

Ina Garten Chicken Cordon Bleu
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Ina Garten’s chicken cordon bleu features tender, pounded chicken breasts rolled up with savory ham and Swiss cheese, then breaded and baked instead of deep-fried. The result is a golden, crispy crust with gooey, flavorful filling. It’s often served with a light mustard cream sauce or fresh green salad to complete the meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 4 slices good-quality ham (Black Forest or similar)

  • 4 slices Swiss cheese or Gruyère

  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 large eggs, beaten

  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional, for added flavor)

  • Cooking spray or olive oil, for greasing

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and prepare

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.

Step 2: Flatten the chicken

Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound them to about ¼ inch thickness.

Step 3: Add the filling

Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper. Lay one slice of ham and one slice of cheese on each piece. If desired, spread a small amount of Dijon mustard on the inside before adding ham and cheese.

Step 4: Roll and secure

Roll the chicken tightly, tucking in the sides. Secure each roll with toothpicks or kitchen twine to prevent unrolling during baking.

Step 5: Coat the chicken

Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter. Dredge each roll in flour, dip into eggs, then coat in breadcrumbs.

Step 6: Bake until golden

Place chicken rolls seam-side down in the baking dish. Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, or until golden brown and the chicken is cooked through (internal temp should reach 165°F).

Step 7: Rest and serve

Remove toothpicks before serving. Let the rolls rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve with your choice of sauce or side dish.

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