Description
Savor gourmet chicken cordon bleu stromboli, where Italian-inspired rolling meets French culinary elegance inside golden, crispy pastry. Melted Swiss cheese and tender ham embrace juicy chicken, creating a mouthwatering crossover dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 cup (240 ml) cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 6 slices deli ham
Cheese Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) grated Parmesan cheese
Dough and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 tube (13.8 ounces / 391 grams) refrigerated pizza dough
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) water
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the workspace by arranging an oven rack in the middle position and heating to 375°F. Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper for seamless release.
- Transform the pizza dough into a rectangular canvas, stretching it to approximately 12×8 inches. Create a flavorful base by generously spreading Dijon mustard, leaving a slim perimeter untouched.
- Craft the interior landscape by layering thin ham slices across the mustard-kissed surface. Distribute shredded chicken evenly, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Cascade Swiss cheese over the chicken, allowing it to nestle between the protein layers and create a melty foundation.
- Initiate the rolling technique from the elongated edge, carefully and tightly coiling the dough into a compact log. Seal the edges meticulously, pressing and pinching to prevent filling escape.
- Gently position the stromboli seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining its structural integrity.
- Prepare an egg wash by combining beaten egg with water, then delicately brush the exterior surface to promote a golden, glossy finish.
- Elevate the flavor profile by sprinkling garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and optional Parmesan cheese across the stromboli’s surface.
- Slide the stromboli into the preheated oven, allowing it to transform for 25-30 minutes until achieving a rich, amber-brown complexion.
- Remove from oven and permit a brief 5-minute resting period to stabilize internal temperatures.
- Slice into elegant 1-inch portions, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve alongside marinara or honey mustard for complementary dipping.
Notes
- Ensure the pizza dough is at room temperature for easier rolling and prevent tearing during preparation.
- For a gluten-free version, swap traditional pizza dough with cauliflower crust or gluten-free pizza dough alternatives.
- Experiment with different cheese types like provolone or mozzarella for varied flavor profiles and texture variations.
- To boost protein content, consider adding extra shredded chicken or using rotisserie chicken for more intense flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg