Description
A comforting dish that wraps ham and Swiss cheese inside pounded chicken breast, breadcrumbs it to a golden finish, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices deli ham
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly oil a baking dish or line with parchment.
- Pound each chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap to about 1/4 inch thick, then season with salt and pepper.
- Lay one slice of ham and one slice of Swiss cheese on each chicken breast, leaving a small margin at the edges.
- Roll each breast tightly from one short side to the other and secure with 1–2 toothpicks.
- Set up a dredging station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs. Coat each roll in flour, dip in egg, then press into breadcrumbs.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the rolls on all sides for 2–3 minutes per side.
- Transfer the browned rolls to the prepared baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then remove toothpicks, slice, and serve.
Notes
Browning prevents a soggy crust; check the internal temperature towards the end of baking to avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American