Golden and irresistibly crispy on the outside, this homemade Cordon Bleu reveals a rich, melty center of savory ham and smooth cheese! It’s a comforting classic that delivers the perfect balance of crunch, flavour, and indulgence in every bite.

Ingredients 2 Portions

  • 400 gChicken breast
  • 2 slicesHam, cooked
  • 4 slicesCheese (Edamer or Tilsit)
  • 1 tspmustard
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 packCrispy breading mix, cornflakes
  • Oil, for frying

Preparation

  1. 1

    Pour oil into a deep pan or pot and heat to 170 °C. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Slice the chicken horizontally to create thinner cutlets. Place between two sheets of baking paper and gently pound to about 3–4 mm thickness.

  3. 3

    Season with salt and pepper, spread with mustard, then top each piece with ham and two slices of cheese. Fold or roll tightly and secure with toothpicks if needed.

  4. 4

    Pour cold water into one bowl and Kotányi Crispy Breading Mix – Cornflakes into another. Dip each piece briefly in water, then coat well with Kotányi Crispy Breading Mix.

  5. 5

    Fry in hot oil for about 10 minutes, until golden brown on all sides.

  6. 6

    Remove from oil, rest for 2 minutes, slice and serve.

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