Chicken cordon bleu carries a reputation for being fussy to make at home, but this list of twelve recipes proves otherwise by reworking the classic ham and cheese stuffed chicken into casseroles, soup, and even a pasta bake. Some recipes stick close to the traditional stuffed cutlet, while others break the dish down into a completely different shape.
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- Ninja Foodi Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta
- Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu
- Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu with Ham and Cheese
- Chicken Cordon Bleu
- Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup
- Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
- Chicken Cordon Bleu Rice Casserole Recipe
- Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
- Chicken Cordon Bleu
- Slow Cooker Chicken Cordon Bleu
- Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole Recipe
- Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu
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Ham and cheese hold every version of this list together, even as the cooking method and final shape shift from one recipe to the next. The air fryer shows up more than once, alongside a slow cooker version and a couple of baked casseroles.
The Ninja Foodi Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta turns the dish into a full pasta bake, the Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup moves it into a bowl entirely, and the Chicken Cordon Bleu Rice Casserole Recipe folds in a starch alongside the usual filling. The remaining recipes fill out the list with more traditional stuffed and baked versions.
What makes the recipes in this roundup special?
- The recipes were created by a real person-not generated by AI.
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- All recipes in this roundup have earned a star rating of 4 stars or higher from readers or reviewers.
Top Tips
- Pound the chicken to an even thickness before rolling. An even cutlet rolls more tightly and cooks more evenly than one with thick and thin spots.
- Secure the roll with toothpicks before cooking. A couple of toothpicks keep the ham and cheese from spilling out while the chicken cooks, and they are easy to remove before serving.
- Let cheese-filled versions rest for a few minutes after cooking. Cutting in immediately can send the melted cheese running out, while a short rest helps it set back into the chicken.
- Use a meat thermometer to check doneness. A reading of 165 degrees in the thickest part of the chicken is the most reliable way to know a rolled or stuffed cutlet is fully cooked.
- Toast breadcrumbs separately for a crisper coating. Lightly browning the breadcrumbs before applying them adds extra crunch, especially on versions baked rather than fried.
Ninja Foodi Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta
The Ninja Foodi turns this classic dish into a pasta bake, cooking everything in one appliance. Chicken, ham, and cheese show up in a different shape than the usual stuffed cutlet.
Photo credit: The Tasty Travelers
Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu
The air fryer takes over here, giving the classic dish a crisp exterior without deep frying. A quicker route to cordon bleu than the traditional oven method.
Photo credit: The Salted Pepper
Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu with Ham and Cheese
Ham and cheese get called out by name here, spelling out the classic filling right in the title. The air fryer promises a crisp finish without deep frying.
Photo credit: Krumpli
Chicken Cordon Bleu
A straightforward take on the classic dish, with nothing added beyond the name itself. Simple and traditional, without a specialty twist.
Photo credit: Cooking With Curls
Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup
This version turns the classic dish into a soup, a departure from the usual stuffed cutlet shape. The familiar ham and cheese flavor shows up in a bowl instead of on a plate.
Photo credit: The Slow Roasted Italian
Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
This casserole simplifies the classic dish, with easy built right into the name. A baked version that skips the usual step of rolling and securing the chicken.
Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes
Chicken Cordon Bleu Rice Casserole Recipe
Rice joins the classic combination in this casserole, turning it into a heartier baked dish. A recipe that folds a starch into the usual chicken, ham, and cheese base.
Photo credit: The Freckled Cook
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
A casserole version of the classic dish, keeping the usual flavors in a baked, scoopable form. Straightforward and traditional, without any extra additions beyond the name.
Photo credit: I Heart Eating
Chicken Cordon Bleu
Another straightforward take on the classic dish rounds out the list. Traditional and simple, without a specialty twist or added ingredient.
Photo credit: Delicious Meets Healthy
Slow Cooker Chicken Cordon Bleu
A slow cooker handles this version of the dish, offering a hands-off route to the classic combination. Low, steady heat replaces the oven or stovetop here.
Photo credit: Slow Cooker Meals
Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole Recipe
Easy leads the name of this casserole recipe, promising a simple route to the classic flavors. Straightforward steps without much fuss.
Photo credit: Simply Stacie
Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu
A second air fryer version of the dish shows up here, promising the same crisp exterior without deep frying. A quicker method for a classic combination of chicken, ham, and cheese.
Photo credit: Air Frying Foodie
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