Chicken Cordon Bleu Bites

Ingredients

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup boneless ham, diced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
• 1/4 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Cut chicken into 1-inch cubes and season with salt and pepper.
4. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add chicken and cook for 5 minutes, until lightly browned. Add diced ham and cook for 2 more minutes.
5. Remove chicken and ham from skillet and transfer to a bowl. Add shredded cheese and mix until combined.
6. Using a spoon or your hands, form the chicken mixture into bite-sized balls and roll in the breadcrumb mixture.
7. Place the bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 10-12 minutes, until golden brown.
8. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• Chicken Cordon Bleu is a classic French dish that is made with chicken, ham and cheese.
• The name "Cordon Bleu" comes from the French phrase for "blue ribbon", which is given for excellence in culinary arts.
• The classic dish is usually made by stuffing a chicken breast with ham and cheese and then breading and frying it.