Chicken Cordon Bleu
A sophisticated classic featuring tender chicken breasts rolled with savory smoked turkey and a creamy plant-based cheese alternative for a perfect kosher indulgence.
Ingredients
- •4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- •4 slices smoked turkey breast
- •4 slices dairy-free mozzarella-style cheese
- •1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- •2 large eggs, beaten
- •1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- •1 teaspoon garlic powder
- •1 teaspoon paprika
- •1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- •3 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them with a meat mallet until they are about 1/4 inch thick.
- 2
Remove the plastic wrap and season each breast with salt and pepper.
- 3
Place one slice of smoked turkey and one slice of dairy-free cheese on each breast, leaving a small border at the edges.
- 4
Roll the chicken tightly, tucking in the sides, and secure the seams with toothpicks.
- 5
Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko mixed with garlic powder and paprika.
- 6
Dredge each chicken roll in the flour, dip into the egg, and coat thoroughly with the panko mixture.
- 7
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 8
Sear the chicken rolls on all sides until golden brown, about 5 minutes total.
- 9
Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is crispy.
- 10
Remove toothpicks before serving.
💡 Chef tips
- Ensure the chicken is pounded to an even thickness to guarantee uniform cooking.
- For a crunchier crust, you can toast the panko breadcrumbs in a dry pan for 2 minutes before coating the chicken.
- You can assemble the rolls up to 4 hours in advance and keep them refrigerated until you are ready to bread and cook them.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished dish features a golden, crispy exterior that gives way to tender, juicy chicken and a savory, melted center that is perfectly balanced and aromatic.