Homemade cordons bleus are an excellent alternative to store-bought versions that are often too greasy. Easy to prepare and very tasty, they are golden and crispy on the outside while keeping a soft and melting interior thanks to the cheese. This recipe will please the whole family and can be accompanied by vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a salad for a complete and generous meal. Simple, economical and indulgent, this classic dish remains a staple of comforting and quick dinners.
These homemade cordons bleus will dethrone the supermarket ones and they are very easy to remake at home
Stop buying your cordons bleus at the supermarket and start making them at home, it’s so much better! Easy and quick to make, economical and generous, our recipe is truly foolproof. The result is crispy and golden on the outside while the interior keeps all its softness and meltiness thanks to the cheese that oozes when cut. Whether it’s for a family dinner or an impromptu meal with friends, this recipe doesn’t require hours in front of the stove and only uses a few basic and inexpensive ingredients.
You can pair your homemade cordons bleus with grilled vegetables for a balanced plate or with a homemade mashed potato for a more nostalgic meal. We like to serve them with a green salad for a light dinner! Heads up: this recipe is totally addictive! Once you’ve tried homemade cordons bleus, you won’t be able to go back…
Recipe for homemade cordons bleus for the whole family: ingredients to prepare for 4 people
– 4 chicken breasts
– 4 slices of ham
– 4 slices of cheese (emmental or gouda)
– 2 eggs
– Breadcrumbs
– Flour
– Salt, pepper
– Oil for cooking
How to make crispy and melty homemade cordons bleus easily
1. Open the chicken breasts to butterfly them and flatten them with a rolling pin. Salt and pepper the meat.
2. Place a slice of ham and a slice of cheese, then fold to form the cordon bleu. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
3. Dip the cordons bleus in flour first, then in beaten eggs, then in breadcrumbs until they are well coated.
4. Cook in a pan with a little oil over medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes, turning them regularly so they are golden and well cooked on the inside.
5. Serve immediately!
Chicken cordons bleus with cheese, the easy and quick recipe to delight the whole family
Did you see how simple it was to make your own cordons bleus? We hope you will no longer buy them and that you will make them as soon as you crave a little indulgence. To spice things up, don’t hesitate to replace the Emmental with another cheese: cheddar, camembert, goat cheese… Treat yourself!
Replace the classic breadcrumbs with panko for even more crunch. And our ultimate tip for an indecent crust is to add grated parmesan into the breadcrumbs. The result will astonish you!
