Chicken Cordon Bleu
Whether hosting a dinner party or looking for a special meal to enjoy with your loved ones, Chicken Cordon Bleu is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. This dish will leave a lasting impression with its elegant presentation and irresistible flavors. Try this recipe today and elevate your culinary skills with this classic favorite. Bon appétit!
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- Sliced ham enough for each chicken tender
- Sliced Swiss cheese enough for each chicken tender
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- ¼ cup butter melted
- 1 sleeve of Ritz crackers crushed
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 8x8 baking dish and set it aside for later.
- Take a plate and layer the sliced ham and Swiss cheese. Make sure you have enough to cover each chicken tender.
- Place a chicken tender on top of the ham and cheese layers. Sprinkle some salt and pepper on the chicken for added flavor.
- Roll up the chicken tender, ensuring the ham and cheese stay inside. Repeat this process for all the chicken tenders, creating delicious bundles of flavor.
- Arrange the rolled chicken tenders seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. This will help keep the filling intact while baking.
- Next, spread the cream of chicken soup evenly over the chicken tenders. The soup's creamy texture will keep the chicken moist and add a delightful flavor to the dish.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Once melted, add the crushed Ritz crackers to the bowl and mix well until combined. The buttery Ritz cracker topping will add a satisfying crunch to the dish.
- Sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture over the chicken tenders, ensuring it covers the entire surface evenly.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 30 to 35 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. The chicken will turn golden brown, and the flavors meld together beautifully.
- Once cooked, remove the dish from the oven. The aroma alone will have your mouth watering! Allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the Chicken Cordon Bleu hot, and savor each delectable bite. The tender chicken, ham, and melted Swiss cheese will tantalize your taste buds, while the creamy soup and buttery Ritz cracker topping add a comforting finish.