Crispy Cordon Bleu Bites Recipe for Appetizers
Crispy Cordon Bleu Bites are a delightful appetizer featuring chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese, perfect for any occasion. They are breaded and fried to golden perfection, served with a dipping sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast thinly sliced
- 8 ounces ham thinly sliced
- 8 ounces Swiss cheese sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or cooking spray for frying
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
- Dijon mustard or honey mustard for dipping
Instructions
- Place chicken slices between plastic wrap and pound to ΒΌ inch thickness, seasoning with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- On each chicken piece, lay a slice of ham and Swiss cheese, roll tightly, and secure with a toothpick.
- Prepare three shallow dishes: one with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with Panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each chicken roll in flour, then eggs, and finally coat with Panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the rolls for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer fried bites to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil and remove toothpicks.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm with mustard for dipping.
Notes
Ensure to check the internal temperature of the chicken for safety.