Crispy Ham and Swiss Stuffed Chicken Breast

Crispy Hand Swiss Stuffed Chicken Breast

Golden brown and crunchy on the outside, gooey and cheesy on the inside, you will be surprised at how something so easy can taste so good.  1 serving.

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon bread crumbs

1/2 teaspoon olive oil

4 oz boneless chicken breast

1 thin slice low sodium deli ham

1 tablespoon shredded Swiss or Gruyere cheese

1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Directions:

Heat oven to 375*F.  Place the breadcrumbs and oil in a small bowl.  Stir to combine and microwave for 15 seconds at a time, stirring each time-until golden brown, about 45 seconds total.  Set aside.

Cut a pocket into each breast by making a horizontal cut from the thick side making sure not to cut through the opposite side.  Stuff the ham and cheese into the pocket and roll the chicken breast pressing the edges to seal.  Use a toothpick if needed.

Place chicken breast on a rimmed baking sheet.  Brush the top of the chicken breast with mustard and sprinkle the browned breadcrumbs over the top.  Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until completely cooked through.

 

Easy Baked Chicken Cordon Blue

Easy Baked Chicken Cordon Blue

Ingredients:
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 
Salt and pepper to taste
4 slices deli ham
1/2 cup mayonnaise

1 1/2 T. Dijon mustard
2 cups coarse fresh breadcrumbs 
3/4 cup grated Swiss cheese

Directions:
Preheat oven to 450 degrees. 

Trim chicken and pound between two sheets of plastic wrap to an even 1/2-inch thickness. Arrange chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Lay a slice of ham over each breast, tucking and folding to just cover the surface.

In a small bowl stir together the mayonnaise and mustard. Divide the mixture evenly among the chicken breasts and spread to cover the entire surface of each. Toss together the breadcrumbs and Swiss cheese. Mound on top of each breast, covering completely and patting down lightly. 

Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and breadcrumb topping is nicely browned.