Homemade cordon bleu
for 4 people

Homemade cordon bleu is even better when you make it your own way. Here, I don’t keep the chicken breasts whole: I chop them finely and then blend them to get a more consistent, tender texture that is especially easier to work with. Stuffed with ham and cheese, then breaded and fried, these homemade cordons bleus are incredibly delicious, perfectly crispy on the outside and melting on the inside.

Practical Information

Servings: 4 people
Prep time: 25 minutes
Resting time: 1 hour in the freezer
Cook time: 8 to 10 minutes

    Ingredients

    For the stuffed cabbage

    • 600 to 700 g of chicken breasts
    • 4 slices of ham
    • 4 slices of cheese
    • Flour
    • 2 eggs
    • Breadcrumbs
    • Salt
    • Pepper
    • Sunflower oil, for cooking

      Method

      1. Prepare the chicken base

      Start by finely chopping the chicken breasts, then blend them until you reach a smooth consistency.

      Season with a little salt, pepper, herbs, and spices according to your preference.

      2. Shape the cordons bleus

      Place a portion of the blended chicken onto plastic wrap, then spread it into a round or oval shape, not too thick.

      Add a slice of ham and a slice of cheese to the center.

      Then fold the two ends over to fully enclose the filling and form a cordon bleu. Use the plastic wrap to help seal everything together and give it a nice shape.

      Repeat the process for all 4 cordons bleus.

      3. Chill in the freezer

      Place the cordons bleus in the freezer for 1 hour. This step is very important: it allows the shape to set and makes breading easier.

      4. Bread

      Prepare three plates:

      • one with flour
      • one with beaten eggs
      • one with breadcrumbs

      Take the cordons bleus out of the freezer, then coat them successively in the flour, the egg, and finally the breadcrumbs.

      5. Cooking

      Heat some sunflower oil in a pan.

      Fry the cordons bleus for a few minutes on each side until they are golden brown, crispy, and cooked through.

      Place them on paper towels before serving.

      My Tips

      Putting them in the freezer helps the cordons bleus hold their shape better during cooking. It is truly the step that makes all the difference.

      Make sure to seal the edges well to prevent the cheese from leaking out during cooking.

      For an even crispier coating, you can double-bread them by dipping them a second time in the egg and then the breadcrumbs.

      What to serve with this dish?

      These stuffed cabbages pair perfectly with:

      • Plain rice
      • Homemade mashed potatoes
      • Roasted vegetables
      • A green salad to lighten the meal

      Why we love this recipe ?

      Because it is generous, crispy, and much more delicious than a store-bought version. The blended chicken provides a tender texture, while the ham and cheese provide all the melt-in-the-mouth goodness you expect from a good homemade cordon bleu.

      Article written by Léa Lise L. · 08/04/2026