Chicken Cordon Bleu - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
12 slices swiss cheese
6 slices ham
2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1/2 cup flour
4 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
cooking oil (for frying)

Preparation

Combine eggs and milk in a small bowl.
Combine flour and breadcrumbs in a larger bowl.
Pound the chicken breasts to approximately 1/4 inch between waxed paper.
Place 1 slice swiss cheese on chicken breast, followed by 1 slice ham, then another slice of cheese.
Tuck in sides of chicken and roll chicken in a tight roll. Secure with toothpicks.
Dip chicken into egg mixture, place into breadcrumb mixture and coat thoroughly.
Repeat for all chicken breasts, then place in refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes (can be refrigerated overnight).
Preheat Oven to 350 degrees.
Heat oil in frying pan and saute until golden brown.
Place the chicken on a baking sheet, cover with foil and bake for 35 - 40 minutes.