Description:
This air fryer chicken cordon bleu is a delicious twist on the classic dish. Juicy chicken breasts are stuffed with savory ham and melted Swiss cheese, then coated in crispy breadcrumbs, and cooked to perfection.
Preparation Time:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Serves: 4 people
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices of ham
- 4 slices of Swiss cheese
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
For the Sauce:
- ½ cup Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Butterfly each chicken breast by cutting horizontally without slicing through completely. Open each like a book and gently flatten with a mallet.
- Place a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese inside each chicken breast. Fold to close and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Bread the Chicken:
- Set up three bowls: flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in the third.
- Dredge each stuffed chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, and coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and preheat for 3 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Place the breaded chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Cook for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, and lemon juice.
- Serve:
- Remove toothpicks from the chicken, slice, and serve warm with the Dijon mustard sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 400
- Protein: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fat: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
Notes:
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour for a gluten-free version.
- Add spinach or sun-dried tomatoes to the filling for extra flavor.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer for 3-4 minutes.
Enjoy this crispy and cheesy air fryer chicken cordon bleu—a perfect mix of elegance and comfort! 🐓✨