Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices of ham
- 4 slices of Swiss cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Special equipment needed:
- Meat mallet
- Plastic wrap
- 3 shallow bowls
- Large skillet
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Place each chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound with a meat mallet until they are about 1/4 inch thick.
3. Season each chicken breast with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
4. Place a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese on each chicken breast.
5. Roll up each chicken breast tightly and secure with toothpicks.
6. In a shallow bowl, place the flour.
7. In another shallow bowl, whisk the eggs.
8. In the third shallow bowl, mix the breadcrumbs.
9. Coat each chicken roll in flour, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally coat in breadcrumbs.
10. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
11. Add the chicken rolls and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
12. Transfer the chicken rolls to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
13. Remove the toothpicks before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature:
Oven temperature: 350°F
Skillet temperature: medium-high heat
Serving size:
This recipe serves 4 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 481
Fat: 24g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 38g
Sodium: 1039mg
Sugar: 1g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Chicken breasts can be substituted with pork or veal cutlets.
- Ham can be substituted with prosciutto or bacon.
- Swiss cheese can be substituted with Gruyere or Emmental cheese.
- Vegetable oil can be substituted with canola oil or olive oil.
Variations:
- Add chopped herbs such as parsley or thyme to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Use different types of cheese and ham to create different flavor combinations.
- Serve with a creamy mushroom sauce or a lemon butter sauce.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a meat mallet to pound the chicken breasts evenly.
- Secure the chicken rolls tightly with toothpicks to prevent the filling from falling out.
- Let the chicken rolls rest for a few minutes before slicing to allow the cheese to set.
Storage instructions:
Leftover chicken rolls can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat, place the chicken rolls in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the chicken rolls sliced on a bed of greens or with roasted vegetables.
Garnishes:
Garnish with chopped parsley or thyme.
Pairings:
Serve with a side of mashed potatoes or roasted sweet potatoes.
Suggested side dishes:
- Roasted vegetables such as carrots, broccoli, or Brussels sprouts.
- A simple green salad with a vinaigrette dressing.
- Garlic bread or dinner rolls.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the chicken rolls are not cooked through after baking, return them to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- If the breadcrumb coating is not sticking to the chicken, dip the chicken in the egg mixture again before coating in breadcrumbs.
Food safety advice:
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Wash hands and surfaces thoroughly before and after handling raw chicken.
Food history:
Cordon Bleu is a French term that means "blue ribbon" and is used to describe a dish of meat that has been pounded thin, filled with cheese and ham, and then rolled and breaded.
Flavor profiles:
This dish has a savory and salty flavor from the ham and cheese, with a crispy breadcrumb coating.
Serving suggestions:
Serve with a glass of white wine such as Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc.
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