Chicken cordon bleu is a beloved dish that combines chicken, ham, and cheese with a crispy breadcrumb coating. Chef Courtney Luna emphasizes the importance of the chicken cutlet's thickness for optimal rolling and cooking; ideally, it should be about 1/4 inch. To secure the rolled cutlet during preparation, chilling it helps maintain its shape, and toothpicks can seal the edges. As a healthier alternative, Luna suggests using pork panko instead of traditional breadcrumbs, making the dish slightly lighter while retaining its delightful flavor.
Too thick of a cutlet can be harder to roll and it will take longer to cook while possibly being undercooked inside.
Chill the rolled cutlets before breading to help hold their shape, adding that sealing the edges with toothpicks will help prevent leakage.
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