Gordon Ramsay's Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe
Gordon Ramsay’s Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe is a rich and comforting dish loved around the world.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices smoked ham
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
- Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Cover with plastic wrap and gently pound until evenly thin.
Season the Chicken
- Season both sides of the flattened chicken with salt and black pepper. Do not over-season.
Add the Filling
- Place one slice of ham and one slice of cheese on each chicken breast, keeping edges clean.
Roll the Chicken
- Carefully roll the chicken tightly around the filling. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
Prepare Breading Stations
- Place flour in one plate, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with spices in a third.
Bread the Chicken
- Coat each rolled chicken in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs. Press gently to help crumbs stick.
Heat the Pan
- Heat olive oil and butter in a pan over medium heat until hot and slightly bubbling.
Fry the Chicken
- Place chicken rolls seam-side down. Cook until golden brown on all sides.
Finish in the Oven
- Transfer chicken to a baking tray. Bake at 375°F for fifteen minutes until fully cooked.
Rest Before Serving
- Remove toothpicks and let chicken rest for five minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use thin chicken breasts for easier rolling and even cooking.
- Chill the rolled chicken for ten minutes before breading.
- Try Gruyère cheese for deeper flavor.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Add Dijon mustard inside for a classic twist.
- Bake only for a lighter version.
- Serve with lemon wedges for freshness.