Alright, let’s talk about these here chicken cordon bleu bites. I ain’t no fancy chef, ya hear? Just a regular person who likes to eat good food. And these little chicken thingies? They’re mighty good.
First off, you gotta get yourself some chicken. Now, don’t go buyin’ no fancy-schmancy stuff. Just plain ol’ chicken breasts, that’s what ya need. Them big ones, yeah. You gonna cut ‘em up into smaller pieces. Not too small, mind you. Just big enough to bite, like, you know, bite-sized.
- Get chicken breasts
- Cut into smaller pieces
Then, you need some ham. Not that thick-cut stuff, the thin kind. The kind you put on a sandwich. And cheese! Gotta have cheese. Swiss cheese, they say, is the best. I don’t know much about fancy cheeses, but this Swiss stuff melts real nice. You cut the ham and cheese into squares, smaller than the chicken pieces, see?
Making these bites ain’t hard, no sir. You take a chicken piece, slap a piece of ham on it, and then a piece of cheese. Then you fold it over, kinda like a little package. You can use a toothpick to hold it together if it’s being stubborn. I usually just pinch it real good.
Now, for the breadin’. This is important, ya know? It’s what makes ‘em crispy. You need breadcrumbs. I like the plain ones, but you can use the Italian kind if you’re feelin’ fancy. And eggs. Gotta have eggs. You beat them eggs up in a bowl, like you’re makin’ scrambled eggs, but don’t cook ‘em!
You take your little chicken package, dip it in the egg, then roll it around in the breadcrumbs. Make sure it’s covered real good, all over. That’s the key to a good crispy bite.
- Dip chicken in egg
- Roll in breadcrumbs
Okay, now you got your bites all breaded and ready to go. You can fry ‘em or bake ‘em. Frying is faster, but baking is healthier, they say. I like to fry ‘em, ‘cause I like that crispy crunch. Just get some oil hot in a pan, not too hot, mind you, and fry them little bites until they’re golden brown. If you’re bakin’ ‘em, put ‘em on a baking sheet and stick ‘em in the oven until they’re cooked through and crispy.
And that’s it! Chicken cordon bleu bites. Easy peasy, lemon squeezy. They’re great for parties, or just for a snack. Kids love ‘em, grown-ups love ‘em. Heck, even my old dog tried to steal one the other day!
Now, some folks like to add all kinds of fancy stuff to these bites. Spices and herbs and what-not. But I say, keep it simple. Chicken, ham, cheese, breadcrumbs, and eggs. That’s all you need. The taste? Oh, it’s somethin’ special. The chicken is juicy, the ham is salty, the cheese is melty, and the breading is crispy. It’s like a party in your mouth!
And listen here, if you ain’t got no Swiss cheese, don’t sweat it. Use whatever cheese you got on hand. Cheddar, mozzarella, even that orange cheese in the plastic wrap will work. It ain’t gonna be exactly the same, but it’ll still be good. Same goes for the ham. Any kind of ham will do.
The important thing is to have fun with it. Cooking ain’t supposed to be stressful. It’s supposed to be enjoyable. So put on some music, pour yourself a glass of somethin’ cold, and get to cookin’. And when you’re done, you’ll have a plate full of delicious chicken cordon bleu bites that everyone will love.
One more thing, don’t forget to season your chicken! A little salt and pepper goes a long way. You can also add some garlic powder or onion powder if you like. Just a sprinkle, not too much. You don’t want to overpower the flavor of the chicken and ham.
And that’s all I gotta say about that. Now go on and make yourself some chicken cordon bleu bites. You won’t regret it. And if you do, well, don’t come cryin’ to me! I told you they were good!
Seriously though, these bites are a winner. They’re easy to make, they taste great, and they’re perfect for any occasion. So what are you waiting for? Get cookin’!