Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu with Creamy Swiss Cheese Sauce
This dish combines tender chicken, savory cheese, and a crispy exterior in a healthy and convenient manner, perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
- Saucepan
- Meat Mallet
- Toothpicks
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Approximately 6 ounces each.
- 4 slices Swiss Cheese High-quality for best taste.
- 4 slices Prosciutto or Turkey Ham Enhances flavor profile.
- 1 cup Seasoned Breadcrumbs Use whole-grain or gluten-free if desired.
- 1 large Egg Beaten for breading.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adds depth of flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds smokiness and color.
- to taste Salt and Pepper Essential seasonings.
Creamy Swiss Cheese Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For the cheese sauce.
- 1 cup Heavy Cream For a luxurious sauce.
- 1 cup Grated Swiss Cheese For the sauce.
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
- Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Place prosciutto or turkey ham and Swiss cheese on each chicken breast, then roll tightly.
- Secure the rolls with toothpicks if necessary.
- Set up a breading station with beaten egg and seasoned breadcrumbs. Dip each roll in egg, then breadcrumbs.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and arrange the chicken rolls inside.
- Air fry the chicken for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- While the chicken cooks, melt butter in a saucepan, then whisk in heavy cream and simmer.
- Add grated Swiss cheese to the sauce, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking, then slice into pinwheels.
- Drizzle the creamy Swiss cheese sauce over the sliced chicken before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer.