Chicken Cordon Bleu Bites

I created this recipe for chicken Cordon Bleu bites to duplicate some appetizers I had last summer at Stew Leonard's famous dairy retail store in Connecticut. They are great as appetizers or as fun food for kids. I love to make them with bread crumbs seasoned with Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 174 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• ½ cup bread crumbs
• 9 ounces ground chicken
• ¼ cup cooked, diced ham
• 8 ounces Swiss cheese, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
• canola oil for pan-frying

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Combine chicken, ham, and egg in a large bowl until well-blended. Gradually add bread crumbs until mixture loses its stickiness and can be easily formed into balls.

Step 3

Form chicken mixture around cheese cubes, forming 2-inch balls. Place on a plate.

Step 4

Heat 1 1/2 inches of oil in a deep skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 5

Fry balls in hot oil until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels and place in a baking dish.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through and cheese is soft, about 20 minutes. Cool briefly before serving.