Chicken with Ham and Cheese

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistible Chicken with Ham and Cheese recipe, a crispy, golden delight bursting with savory flavors. Juicy chicken breasts are carefully butterflied to create luscious pockets, then stuffed with slices of tender deli ham and gooey Swiss cheese for a decadent filling. Each piece is coated in a seasoned breadcrumb crust—perfectly spiced with paprika, salt, and pepper—and pan-fried to golden perfection in a mix of olive oil and butter. The result? A beautifully crispy exterior that gives way to a melty, cheesy core. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive weekend meal, this dish pairs perfectly with roasted vegetables or velvety mashed potatoes. Don’t forget to remove the toothpicks before diving into this irresistible fusion of textures and flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 4 pieces Deli ham slices
• 4 pieces Swiss cheese slices
• 50 grams All-purpose flour
• 2 large Eggs
• 100 grams Breadcrumbs
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 8 pieces Toothpicks

Directions

Step 1

Place each chicken breast on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice horizontally into the thickest side of the breast to create a pocket. Be careful not to slice all the way through.

Step 2

Season both sides of the chicken breasts and inside the pockets with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 3

Insert one slice of ham and one slice of Swiss cheese into each chicken breast's pocket. Use toothpicks to secure the open edges to prevent the filling from spilling out during cooking.

Step 4

Prepare a dredging station with three shallow dishes. In the first dish, place the flour. In the second dish, beat the eggs. In the third dish, add the breadcrumbs.

Step 5

Coat each stuffed chicken breast in flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it evenly with breadcrumbs. Press gently to ensure the breadcrumbs stick well.

Step 6

Heat olive oil and butter together in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the butter has melted and the oil is hot, add the breaded chicken breasts to the skillet.

Step 7

Cook each chicken breast for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the crust is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Adjust the heat as necessary to avoid burning the crust.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 9

Let the chicken rest for 2-3 minutes before removing the toothpicks. Serve warm with your favorite side dish, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1238.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2949.0

Total Fat 137.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 1143.0mg	0%
Sodium 6310.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 11.7g
Protein 298.0g	0%

Vitamin D 106IU	0%
Calcium 1091.9mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 635.7mg	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: 42.0%

Protein: 40.4%

Carbs: 17.6%