Grilled Chicken Breasts Cordon Bleu
A cordon bleu or schnitzel cordon bleu is a dish of meat wrapped around cheese, then breaded and pan-fried, grilled or deep-fried. A classic that always remains tasty, easy to cook and always a crowd pleaser.
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Calories: 136kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Gruyere or Swiss cheese shredded, 125 ml
- 1/2 cup cooked ham chopped, 125 ml
- 6 large chicken breast skined/boned halves
- 2 tbsp butter melted, 30 ml
- salt to taste
- ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the cheese, ham, salt, and pepper in a small mixing bowl.
- Place each chicken breast half in between two layers of plastic wrap and pound, using a meat mallet or the bottom of a small heavy pan, until the meat is about 1/4 inch (5 mm) thick.
- Divide the cheese mixture between the flattened breast halves and fold them in half to cover the filling.
- Skewer the sides shut with toothpicks, brush both sides with melted butter, and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill directly over hot coals for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until the meat juices run clear and the cheese is melted.
- Carefully remove the toothpicks before serving.
Notes
A classic that always remains tasty, easy to cook and always a crowd pleaser.
Nutrition
Calories: 136kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 350mg | Sugar: 1g
