Description
A crisp, golden crust gives way to tender chicken wrapped around ham and melted Swiss, making it a retro dinner staple that’s impressively easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices ham
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound gently until about 1/4 inch thick.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Lay one slice of ham and one slice of Swiss cheese on each flattened breast.
- Tightly roll each breast from the long side and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Dredge each roll in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then press into breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
- 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 browned rolls to a baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove toothpicks, let rest for 3–5 minutes, slice on the bias, and serve.
Notes
You can substitute with panko for a crunchier crust or gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs for a gluten-free version. Various cheeses can also be used.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American