Chicken cordon bleu is a classic for a reason. Tender chicken is rolled around layers of savory ham and melty cheese. Topped off with a crunchy coating and an easy Dijon sauce, it's one elegant meal.
Instructions
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Flatten the chicken
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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Flatten the chicken breast halves to 1/4-inch thickness.
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Fill and roll the chicken
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Top each flattened chicken breast with a slice of ham and cheese. Roll the chicken up, and tuck in the ends. Secure the chicken rolls with toothpicks. Editor’s Tip: If you don’t want to use toothpicks, tightly roll the chicken in storage wrap. Chill for at least 30 minutes, or as long as overnight.
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Bread the chicken
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Place the melted butter in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, stir together the bread crumbs, salt and paprika. Dip the rolled chicken in the butter, then roll it in the crumb mixture.
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Bake the chicken cordon bleu
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Transfer the breaded chicken to a greased 8-inch square baking dish. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink. Discard the toothpicks, and serve. Editor’s Tip: Chicken cordon bleu is finished cooking when the chicken and stuffing reach an internal temperature of at least 165°.
