Pvw's Healthier Take on Chicken Cordon Bleu |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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I like Chicken Cordon Bleu... but not as much as it likes to stick to my stomach, rear, and legs. I've created this healthier version to serve instead, and my family really enjoys it. I hope you do too! Ingredients:
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts |
4 slices swiss cheese, thin slices |
4 -8 slices deli ham, thin slices |
salt free herb and spice seasoning mix, we use mrs. dash table blend |
1 teaspoon garlic, minced (optional) |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Butterfly each chicken breast (cut it length wise with out cutting all the way through). Open it up and sprinkle the inside of the chicken with seasoning mix (Mrs. Dash).
3. Place one slice of cheese inside each of the chicken breasts along with 1-2 slices of ham. I like to fold the cheese in half so it fits better in the chicken and is not hanging out.
4. Sprinkle a little bit of the 1 teaspoon of garlic on each folded combo of ham & cheese. Then fold the chicken over to close like a packet. Secure the chicken roll closed by using a toothpick.
5. Sprinkle seasoning mix on outside of chicken (I also like to sprinkle the bottom as well). Place in an oven safe dish and cover with foil.
6. Bake chicken for 30-40 minutes or until fully cooked.
7. To get a nice golden brown color you can remove the foil after 15-20 minutes or so. Or you can broil the tops for 3-6 minutes when chicken is fully cooked.
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