Chicken Cordon Bleu Nuggets

Transform your weeknight dinners with these irresistible Chicken Cordon Bleu Nuggets—bite-sized perfection that's crispy, cheesy, and bursting with flavor! This playful twist on the classic cordon bleu combines juicy chicken breast, savory ham, and melty Swiss cheese, all wrapped in a golden Panko breadcrumb coating seasoned with garlic, paprika, and a hint of pepper. Easy to prepare and quick to fry, these nuggets are perfect as an appetizer, snack, or family-friendly main dish. Serve them hot with a side of zesty honey mustard or creamy garlic aioli for dipping, and watch them disappear in no time. The perfect combination of crispy, gooey, and savory, these nuggets are guaranteed to become a new household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (medium-sized) Chicken breasts
• 4 slices Ham slices
• 4 slices Swiss cheese slices
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 tablespoon Water
• 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups (for frying) Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the chicken by slicing it into bite-sized pieces (approximately 1.5-inch cubes).

Step 2

Cut the ham and Swiss cheese into small squares that will fit the size of the chicken pieces. Layer one square of ham and one square of Swiss cheese, folding them if necessary, and place them on top of a chicken piece.

Step 3

Carefully fold or wrap each chicken piece around the ham and cheese to form a nugget. If needed, secure with a toothpick while coating and cooking.

Step 4

Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, add the all-purpose flour. In the second bowl, whisk together the eggs and water. In the third bowl, combine the Panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Coat each prepared chicken nugget first in the flour, then dip it into the egg mixture, and finally, coat it evenly in the breadcrumb mixture. Gently press the breadcrumbs onto the chicken to ensure they stick well.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (180°C).

Step 7

Carefully fry the chicken nuggets in small batches, cooking them for 3–4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).

Step 8

Transfer the cooked nuggets to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 9

Allow the nuggets to rest for a minute before serving. Remove any toothpicks if used.

Step 10

Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as honey mustard or garlic aioli, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1366.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5750.0

Total Fat 488.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 90.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 268.8g
Cholesterol 826mg	0%
Sodium 5116.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 182.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.8g	0%
Total Sugars 12.0g
Protein 198.8g	0%

Vitamin D 106IU	0%
Calcium 1057.7mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 640.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.2%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 12.3%