Skillet Chicken Cordon Bleu
This skillet chicken cordon bleu is an easy and delicious chicken dish that the whole family will love! (See the recipe NOTES section for the alternate air fryer instructions.)
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 4 thin chicken cutlets (about 1 pound total)
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons half-and-half
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 4 slices deli ham
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
Instructions
- Sprinkle both sides of the chicken with the seasoned salt.4 thin chicken cutlets, 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- Heat enough olive oil to coat the bottom of a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is golden.1 tablespoon olive oil
- Remove the chicken from the pan, reduce the heat to medium, and add the chicken broth, half-and-half, and dried parsley to the pan. Scrape the pan with a spatula and stir well to deglaze. Cook for a few minutes, until the sauce starts to simmer.½ cup low-sodium chicken broth, 2 tablespoons half-and-half, 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon some sauce on top of each piece. Top each with a slice of ham and a slice of cheese. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook on low for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the cheese melts.4 slices deli ham, 4 slices Swiss cheese
- Serve the sauce with the chicken.
Notes
Prep Tips:
- Pound the chicken cutlets lightly if they’re not all the same thickness so they cook more evenly.
- Have the ham and cheese slices handy before starting, since this recipe comes together quickly.
- If you would like a slightly thicker sauce, whisk 1 teaspoon cornstarch into the broth before simmering.
Variation Suggestions:
- Swap the Swiss cheese for provolone, mozzarella, or white cheddar if desired.
- You can use turkey cutlets instead of chicken.
- If you would like to add a mustard flavor to the sauce, whisk 1 teaspoon of it into the sauce before returning the chicken.
Serving Suggestions:
- This dish pairs well with roasted or steamed vegetables like broccoli, green beans, or asparagus.
- Serve the chicken over rice, buttered noodles, or mashed potatoes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently in a covered skillet over low heat with a splash of broth to keep the chicken moist.
- Freezing doesn't work well since the cheese and sauce can separate.
- Season the chicken cutlets and cook them in the air fryer at 375 degrees F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is done.
- Once cooked, top each cutlet with ham and Swiss, then return them to the air fryer for about 2 minutes to melt the cheese.
- For the sauce, prepare it separately on the stovetop and spoon it over the chicken before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 413kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 154mg | Sodium: 1176mg | Potassium: 765mg | Vitamin A: 310IU | Vitamin C: 2.1mg | Calcium: 238mg | Iron: 1mg
