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Chicken Blue Ribbon

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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

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  • 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

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound gently until about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  4. Lay one slice of ham and one slice of Swiss cheese on each flattened breast.
  5. Tightly roll each breast from the long side and secure with toothpicks if needed.
  6. Dredge each roll in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then press into breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
  7. Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the rolls on all sides for 2–3 minutes per side.
  8. Transfer browned rolls to a baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  9. 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.