Chicken Cordon Bacon A Variation Of Cordon Bleu Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this incredible Chicken Cordon Bacon recipe! A delicious twist on the classic Cordon Bleu, we're swapping ham for crispy bacon for an explosion of savory flavor. Juicy chicken breasts are stuffed with melted cheese and perfectly cooked bacon, then baked to golden perfection. A simple yet elegant pan gravy, made with bacon drippings, adds the perfect finishing touch. Serve alongside fluffy brown rice and your favorite roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal your family will adore. The secret? Sprinkling breadcrumbs instead of dipping ensures perfectly intact, beautifully browned chicken breasts every time!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 50 mins

Calories 603.9 kcal

Protein 91g

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Ingredients for Chicken Cordon Bacon A Variation Of Cordon Bleu

Chicken Breasts
6 slices bacon
Swiss Cheese
Cream Of Chicken Soup
Skim Milk
1/2 cup breadcrumbs

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How to Make Chicken Cordon Bacon A Variation Of Cordon Bleu

Cook 4 slices bacon until crispy, but not burnt. Remove bacon and set aside, reserving 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the pan.
Butterfly 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each) by slicing horizontally almost all the way through, creating a pocket.
Crumble 2 slices of the cooked bacon. Divide 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese evenly among the 4 chicken breasts.
Place cheese and crumbled bacon in the center of each chicken breast.
Roll up the chicken breasts and secure with toothpicks.
Place chicken breasts seam-side down in a baking dish.
Sprinkle 1/2 cup breadcrumbs evenly over the chicken breasts.
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
While the chicken bakes, prepare the gravy: In the same pan used for the bacon, whisk together 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup and 1/2 cup milk until smooth. Add reserved bacon grease to the sauce.
Heat the gravy over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.
Serve the Chicken Cordon Bacon immediately, drizzled with the creamy bacon gravy. Garnish with extra bacon crumbles if desired. Serve with brown rice and your favorite vegetables.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

40 g

Sugar

Fat

68g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chicken Cordon Bacon A Variation Of Cordon Bleu?

Chicken Cordon Bacon A Variation Of Cordon Bleu takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chicken Cordon Bacon A Variation Of Cordon Bleu?

Chicken Cordon Bacon A Variation Of Cordon Bleu has approximately 603.9 calories per serving, with about 91 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 56 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chicken Cordon Bacon A Variation Of Cordon Bleu?

The key ingredients for Chicken Cordon Bacon A Variation Of Cordon Bleu are Chicken Breasts, Bacon, Swiss Cheese, Cream Of Chicken Soup, Skim Milk, Breadcrumbs. See the full list with measurements above.