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Gordon Ramsay’s Chicken Cordon Bleu

Gordon Ramsay’s Chicken Cordon Bleu: A Comfort Food Masterpiece

Gordon Ramsay’s Chicken Cordon Bleu brings restaurant-quality flavors to your home, perfect for impressing picky eaters.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: European
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Tender protein base; substitute with turkey or pounded pork if preferred.
  • 4 slices Deli Ham (Prosciutto or Black Forest) Savory filling; can use turkey ham for a lighter version.
For the Cheese
  • 4 slices Swiss or Gruyère Cheese Melts beautifully, offering creamy richness; substitute with mozzarella or aged cheddar for a different flavor.
For the Breading
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Breading base; can be replaced with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • 2 pieces Eggs Binds the breadcrumbs to the chicken; a flax egg works great as a vegan substitute.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Provides a light, crispy coating; regular breadcrumbs can be used for a denser texture.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For added flavor and moisture; can use dairy-free spread as an alternative.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme or Oregano Adds herbal flavor.
  • to taste Salt Enhance overall flavor.
  • to taste Black Pepper Enhance overall flavor.

Equipment

  • oven
  • skillet
  • meat mallet
  • Shallow bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Butterfly the chicken breasts, pound to ¼-inch thickness, and season with salt and black pepper.
  2. Fill and Chill: Layer ham and cheese on the chicken, roll tightly, and chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
  3. Set Up Breading Station: Prepare flour, egg wash, and breadcrumb mixture in three separate bowls.
  4. Bread the Chicken: Dredge chicken in flour, coat with egg, and roll in breadcrumbs.
  5. Preheat and Sear: Preheat oven to 375°F, heat skillet, and sear chicken rolls until golden brown.
  6. Bake the Chicken: Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  7. Rest and Slice: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice to reveal the delicious filling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chill chicken rolls before breading to maintain shape and prevent cheese leakage during cooking.

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