Dinner

Cordon Bleu Chicken Rolls Recipe

ByElena Hart September 15, 2026September 15, 2026

Introduction

Cordon Bleu Chicken Rolls are a delicious and elegant dish featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with ham and Swiss cheese. Baked to a golden crisp and served with a tangy yogurt sauce, this recipe is perfect for a comforting dinner that feels special.

The image shows three golden-brown breaded chicken roulades on a white plate, each with a crispy crust layer speckled with herbs. One roulade is cut to reveal the inside, showing a light beige chicken layer wrapped around a thin pink ham layer at the center. The roulades are topped with a smooth white sauce and sprinkled with fresh green chopped herbs. In the background, there is a small blurred white bowl with green herbs and a larger blurred yellow bowl. The scene is set on a white marbled surface with some scattered herbs around the plate. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

6 skinless boneless chicken breasts
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
6 slices deli ham

6 slices Swiss cheese
1/4 cup melted butter

2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Dijon mustard, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 2: Place each chicken breast between layers of plastic wrap and gently pound them to about 1/4 inch thickness. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
Step 3: Lay a slice of deli ham on each pounded chicken breast, then top with a slice of Swiss cheese. Roll each chicken breast tightly around the ham and cheese, securing with a toothpick if needed.
Step 4: Dip each chicken roll in melted butter, then coat evenly with panko breadcrumbs.

Step 5: Place the rolls seam-side down in the prepared baking dish and bake for about 40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
Step 6: While the chicken bakes, mix Greek yogurt and lemon juice together to make the sauce. Add Dijon mustard to taste and stir well.
Step 7: When the chicken rolls are done, drizzle the yogurt sauce over them and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Tips & Variations

For a crispier coating, spray the rolls lightly with cooking spray before baking.
Try substituting Swiss cheese with Gruyère for a nuttier flavor.
Add a pinch of garlic powder or paprika to the panko breadcrumbs for extra seasoning.

If you prefer, use turkey ham instead of deli ham for a leaner option.

Storage

Store leftover chicken rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven at 350°F until warmed through to keep the coating crispy. The yogurt sauce is best served fresh but can be stored separately in the fridge for up to 2 days.

How to Serve

Three chicken rolls cut in half are on a white plate, each roll showing the golden crumbed outer layer with a crispy texture, then a layer of moist, light beige chicken, and a spiral of pink ham inside. A thick cream sauce, smooth and white, is drizzled over the top of each roll, sprinkled with green chopped herbs. Behind the plate is a large white bowl with more white sauce and a spoon, and a small bowl with green herbs. The scene is set on a white marbled surface with a yellow cloth napkin to the right. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare these chicken rolls ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the chicken rolls and keep them covered in the refrigerator for a few hours before baking. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the fridge.