Description
Delicious crispy bites filled with chicken, ham, and melted cheese, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 slices thin ham
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Flatten the chicken pieces to about half an inch thick.
- Place a slice of ham and cheese on each chicken piece, roll tightly, and secure with toothpicks.
- Dip each rolled chicken piece into the egg mixture, then coat with breadcrumbs mixed with spices.
- Fry in hot oil over medium heat until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain on paper towels and remove toothpicks before serving.
Notes
For a healthier option, these can be baked at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes. Avoid overcrowding the pan while frying.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Crispy, Chicken, Cordon Bleu, Bites, Appetizer, Family Recipe