CHICKEN CORDON BLEU

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This dish has impressed many guests at my home and it is always a hit! This recipe was taken from the American Country Inn and Bed & Breakfast Cookbook.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 whole chicken breasts
8 slices cooked ham
8 slices swiss cheese
3 tablespoons minced parsley
pepper
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1/4 cup butter
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cheddar cheese soup
8 ounces sour cream
1/3 cup dry sherry

Steps:

  • Split, bone and skin the chicken pieces. Place each chicken breast half on a sheet of waxed paper. Using a meat mallet, flatten to 1/4 inch thick.
  • Place 1 slice each of ham and cheese in the center of each piece. sprinkle evenly with parsley and pepper. Roll up each chicken breast lengthwise and secure with a wooden toothpick.
  • Dip each piece into beaten egg and coat well with bread crumbs. In a heavy skillet, melt the butter and brown the chicken pieces. Place chicken in a 12 x 8 inch baking dish, reserving the drippings.
  • To the drippings add the cheese soup, sour cream and the sherry. Stir well and pour over the chicken. Bake uncovered in a 350 degree oven for 40 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 556.8, Fat 37, SaturatedFat 18.2, Cholesterol 181.4, Sodium 625.9, Carbohydrate 11, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 2.2, Protein 42

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