Description
Chicken Cordon Bleu Stromboli wraps classic French-inspired flavors into a rolled Italian-style bread that delivers serious comfort right from your oven. Crispy golden pastry hugs melted Swiss cheese, tender chicken, and savory ham for a delightful dinner your family will devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 4 slices ham
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
Dough and Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 package pizza dough
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Seasonings and Condiments:
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm your oven to a precise 375F (190C), preparing for a delicious baking adventure.
- Dust your countertop with flour and roll out the pizza dough into a generous rectangle about ¼-inch thick.
- Spread 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard evenly across the dough’s surface, creating a tangy base layer.
- Arrange 1 pound of shredded chicken across the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
- Layer 4 slices of ham directly on top of the chicken, ensuring complete coverage.
- Carefully place 4 slices of Swiss cheese over the ham, creating a rich and melty layer.
- Sprinkle a pinch of salt and a dash of pepper across the filling for extra flavor.
- Fold the long edges of the dough inward, then tightly roll the stromboli from one end to the other.
- Transfer the rolled stromboli to a parchment-lined baking sheet, seam side down.
- Gently brush the entire surface with 1 beaten egg, ensuring complete coverage.
- Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the top for a golden, crispy finish.
- Bake for precisely 25-30 minutes until the exterior turns a beautiful golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow the stromboli to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Cut into thick, hearty slices and serve warm for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Brush the dough gently with mustard to create a thin, even layer that adds tangy flavor without overwhelming the other ingredients.
- Ensure the dough is rolled tightly to prevent the filling from leaking during baking, which helps maintain a neat, compact stromboli.
- Sprinkle a bit of extra cheese on top before baking for a crispy, golden-brown crust that adds extra texture and flavor.
- For a gluten-free version, swap the pizza dough with a cauliflower or gluten-free alternative, keeping the delicious filling intact.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg