Here is a recipe that I was given several years ago and that I have served numerous times. It is easy to prepare and the quantity can be adjusted if necessary. The chicken rolls can be made ahead of time and frozen in advance of a social event.
Chicken Cordon Bleu
Ingredients:
3 whole chicken breasts – split, boned, skinned, and pounded
6 thin slices Swiss cheese
6 thin sliced ham
1 egg, beaten
Progresso seasoned or plain bread crumbs
1 Tbsp. butter, melted
1 cup Half ‘n Half (at room temperature)
1 jar sliced mushrooms or fresh sliced mushrooms
Directions:
Place 1 slice of the ham and 1 slice of the cheese on the chicken breast. Roll up from the short end and secure with a toothpick.
Combine 1 egg beaten and 2 Tbsp. water. Dip chicken roll in the egg mixture and then in the bread crumbs. Coat well.
Arrange the chicken rolls in a single layer in a large baking dish.
Spoon 1 Tbsp. melted butter over the rolls. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes at 350 degrees.
Pour 1 cup Half ‘n Half over the chicken rolls. Add the mushrooms.
Bake 30 minutes uncovered at 350 degrees.
Note: Instead of using toothpicks, there is a silicone product that wraps around the chicken and can be secured. Also, more Half ‘n Half can be added to make more of the sauce.
Serve with rice and a salad or vegetable.
Enjoy!
