Description
Chicken Cordon Bleu Stromboli beckons with layers of savory ham, melted Swiss, and crispy chicken wrapped in golden pastry. Culinary magic unfolds as familiar flavors dance together, inviting you to savor each delectable bite of this Italian-French fusion masterpiece.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein Base:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, sliced or shredded
- 6 slices deli ham
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
Dough and Coating:
- 1 pound (454 grams) pizza dough
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Spreads:
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Prepare your culinary workspace by warming the oven to 375°F and arranging a parchment-lined baking sheet for optimal cooking.
- Transform the pizza dough into a spacious rectangular canvas on a flour-dusted surface, stretching it to approximately 12×14 inches.
- Craft a flavor foundation by whisking Dijon mustard and mayonnaise, then generously spreading the mixture across the dough’s surface, maintaining a modest border.
- Construct delectable layers by strategically positioning Swiss cheese slices as the initial foundation, followed by a blanket of deli ham, then crowning with tender cooked chicken breast.
- Execute precise rolling technique by folding dough edges inward, then meticulously rolling the entire creation from one elongated side to another, transforming it into a compact log.
- Secure the Stromboli’s structural integrity by firmly pinching seams and extremities, ensuring no filling escapes during baking.
- Position the rolled creation seam-side downward on the prepared baking sheet, creating an aesthetically pleasing presentation.
- Enhance exterior appeal by brushing melted butter across the surface, then generously sprinkling garlic powder, dried parsley, and grated Parmesan for aromatic complexity.
- Bake within the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the exterior achieves a magnificent golden-brown crispness.
- Allow a brief 5-minute resting period post-baking to stabilize internal temperatures and facilitate clean slicing.
- Slice into elegant portions and serve alongside a crisp green salad or complementary dipping sauce for a complete culinary experience.
Notes
- Customize the filling by swapping ham with turkey or prosciutto for a different flavor profile.
- Ensure chicken is fully cooked and cooled before adding to prevent soggy dough and maintain crisp texture.
- Create a gluten-free version by using cauliflower or almond flour pizza dough for a low-carb alternative.
- Use fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary instead of dried parsley to elevate the aromatic complexity of the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 890 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg