Grandma Nancys Mouthwatering Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipes

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
• At a slight angle, cut 6 slits into each of the chicken breasts, making sure not to cut all the way through. You should leave roughly 1/4 inch unsliced. Brush the top of each chicken breast with 1 tablespoon of the mustard.
• Mix together the breadcrumbs, butter, salt and pepper in a bowl. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the chicken, using your hands to press the mixture into the mustard. Place a quarter piece of cheese and a half-moon piece of Canadian bacon into each of the slits in each chicken breast. Transfer the stuffed chicken breasts to a baking sheet.
• Bake until the chicken is cooked through and the breadcrumbs are golden, 20 to 22 minutes. Serve warm with your favorite sides.
• Freezing instructions: Once the uncooked chicken breasts are assembled, place 4 onto a wax paper-lined baking sheet; repeat with the remaining chicken breasts on a separate lined baking sheet. Transfer the baking sheets to the freezer until the chicken breasts are frozen through, at least 3 hours. Transfer the chicken breasts to 2 wax paper-lined foil pans. Label, date and freeze until ready to eat.
• When ready to eat, preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Bake the chicken breasts from frozen until the chicken is cooked through and the breadcrumbs are golden, about 40 minutes. Serve as directed above.

Steps:

• Pound chicken to 1/4 inch thick (use wax paper if you have it). Place 1-2 slices of ham and 1 of cheese on each piece. Roll the chicken, starting at the narrow end, and secure with toothpick(s). Mix flour, salt, pepper, and all-spice in a bowl. Beat the egg in a separate bowl and set aside. Pour breadcrumbs in another bowl. Dip chicken rolls in flour mixture, then in egg, then in breadcrumbs. Melt shortening in a skillet and brown chicken rolls for five minutes. Reduce heat, and add water; simmer covered for 45 minutes or until tender. Remove cover last 2-3 minutes to crisp. When the chicken is finished, put chicken on serving plate and cover with foil to keep hot. Keep about half or less of the drippings. Stir flour in until smooth. Stir in milk, cheese, and wine. Cook on high 3-4 minutes. Stir in mushrooms, cook for 5 minutes. Pour sauce over chicken rolls.

Steps:

• Flatten chicken breasts to 1/8-in. thickness; spread butter on the insides. Sprinkle with thyme. Top with a slice of ham and cheese; roll up tightly. Wrap each with 2 slices of bacon and secure with toothpicks. , In a small bowl, beat eggs and milk. Place flour in another bowl. Combine the bread crumbs, garlic powder, oregano and cheese. Dip each chicken breast into egg mixture; dip into flour to coat. Dip each again into egg mixture, then coat with crumbs. , Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until chicken juices run clear.

Steps:

• 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
• 2. In a large bowl combine flour, baking powder and salt. Using a pastry blender or knife, cut butter into mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
• 3. Stir in the milk a little at a time until a soft dough forms. Drop the dough onto a lightly greased or parchment-lined baking sheet (you should get about 6 biscuits). Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until light golden brown. Remove from oven and transfer to a wire cooling rack.
• 4. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine 2 c. broth, carrots & celery. Heat on high, just until mixture comes to a boil and vegetables start to get tender.
• 5. Add the remaining broth and chicken and bring the mixture back up to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and allow it to simmer for 1-1/2 to 2 hours.
• 6. Remove the chicken from the pan and place it on a plate. Use two forks to pull it apart into bite-sized pieces. Set aside momentarily.
• 7. Meanwhile, whisk the cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl until thoroughly combined. Add mixture to the hot broth and whisk continuously over medium heat for 1-2 minutes. Add the chicken back to the saucepan and stir well.
• 8. To serve, split a biscuit horizontally and place it on a serving plate. Spoon a generous amount of chicken & gravy over the biscuits. Serve with mashed potatoes if desired.

Steps:

• Preheat over to 350 degrees F.
• Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
• Pound chicken breasts to 1/4 inch in thickness.
• Sprinkle each side of chicken with salt and pepper.
• Place one slice of cheese and one slice of ham on top of each chicken breast.
• Roll up each chicken breast and secure with a toothpick.
• Dip rolled chicken in egg wash, roll in breadcrumbs and place in baking dish.
• Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
• Remove toothpicks and serve.