Servings: 4
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Ingredients
For the Chicken Roulade
- 4 large chicken breasts
- 8 slices Swiss cheese or Gruyère
- 8 slices smoked ham
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray or neutral oil
- Fresh chives for garnish
For the Dijon Cream Sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken stock
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
Butterfly each chicken breast and gently pound until evenly thin.
Season both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Layer & Roll
Place cheese and smoked ham over each chicken breast.
Roll tightly into logs and wrap in plastic wrap.
Chill for 15–20 minutes to help keep the perfect shape.
Bread the Chicken
Prepare three bowls:
- Flour
- Beaten eggs
- Panko breadcrumbs
Coat each chicken roll in flour, dip into egg, then press firmly into panko breadcrumbs for that crispy golden crust ✨
Cook Until Golden
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Sear the chicken rolls in a skillet for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Transfer to the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes until fully cooked and crispy.
Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Make the Dijon Cream Sauce
Melt butter in a saucepan and whisk in flour.
Slowly add chicken stock and cream while whisking continuously.
Stir in Dijon mustard and Parmesan cheese.
Simmer until smooth, rich, and glossy.
Season with salt and pepper.
Serve
Slice the roulade into thick rounds to reveal the melted cheese spiral
Spoon warm Dijon cream sauce onto the plate and place the crispy chicken slices over the top.
Finish with fresh chives and cracked black pepper
Additional Notes
Ultra Crispy Secret
Panko breadcrumbs create the perfect crunchy restaurant-style crust.
Cheese Melt Tip
Resting the chicken after baking keeps the cheese creamy instead of leaking out too quickly.
Meal Prep & Storage
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days
- Reheat in the oven or air fryer for maximum crispiness
- Sauce can be stored separately
Nutritional Information (Approx. per serving)
- Calories: 620–700 kcal
- Protein: 52–58g
- Carbs: 20–25g
- Fat: 35–40g
