Chicken Blue Ribbon
A delicious dish featuring juicy chicken breasts rolled with ham and Swiss cheese, coated in breadcrumbs and baked to perfection, topped with a rich cheese sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Pound to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
- 4 slices ham
- 4 slices Swiss cheese For rolling.
- 1 cup breadcrumbs Use whole-grain for extra fiber if desired.
- 2 pieces eggs Beaten.
- 1/2 cup flour Consider seasoning with garlic powder or herbs for extra flavor.
- 1 cup Swiss cheese For the cheese sauce.
- 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with lighter alternatives.
- to taste Salt and pepper
- as needed Butter for greasing
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pound the chicken breasts to ensure even thickness.
- Lay a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese on each chicken breast, then roll them up tightly.
- Dredge each chicken roll in flour, dip it into beaten eggs, and coat it with breadcrumbs.
- Place your chicken rolls in a greased baking dish.
Cooking
- Melt butter in a saucepan, stir in the heavy cream and add Swiss cheese, mixing until melted and smooth.
- Pour the cheese sauce generously over the chicken rolls.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
- Serve hot, topped with additional cheese sauce if desired.
Notes
Chicken Blue Ribbon pairs well with sautéed green beans, buttery mashed potatoes, or a crisp garden salad. For leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.