Cordon bleu with air fryer

Name: Cordon bleu with air fryer
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 16 min
Total time: 26 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Chicken breast (8 slices) 1.1 lbs; Prosciutto cotto 2.8 oz; Gruyere cheese 3.5 oz; Eggs medium 2; Breadcrumbs to taste; Type 00 flour to taste; Fine salt to taste; Extra virgin olive oil to taste

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Difficulty: Average
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 16 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Average
Note For the recipe, we used a 6 L air fryer

PRESENTATION

Air fryer chicken cordon bleu really puts a new spin on a classic French dish, doesn't it? It swaps out all that heavy oil for a method that’s way more crispy and, frankly, a bit healthier. It's one of those meals that hits the spot for both adults and kids—seriously good stuff. The outside? Golden and crunchy. And inside? Super tender and cheesy. And look, using the air fryer means you can skip the mess and all that extra fat from traditional frying, but still get the same flavor with that melty ham and cheese center we all crave.

This easy chicken cordon bleu recipe really shines when you want something homemade but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen. Plus, trying out new ways to cook chicken keeps things interesting, for sure. And here's the deal, this twist definitely fits the bill. There's so much to love about making homemade chicken cordon bleu in the air fryer, especially if you are after a healthy chicken cordon bleu that still feels a bit indulgent. Pairing it with air-fried potatoes makes perfect sense. Everything gets that crunchy edge with barely any oil—so, so good.

The whole vibe? It's all about fresh, everyday food that's fun to eat and a little bit special. With this air fryer chicken cordon bleu, you get all the classic chicken breast goodness—moist chicken, salty ham, creamy cheese—all wrapped up in a snack that's both fast and satisfying. Pretty simple, right? It's a fun update for anyone who loves quick chicken cordon bleu but still wants that homemade feel. Friends and family might be surprised at just how tasty and simple this is. It's the kind of recipe you'll want to make again and again, trust me. It proves you don't have to give up comfort food to eat a bit lighter or to try something new with your air fryer. And the sauce? Perfect.

How to prepare Cordon bleu with air fryer

To prepare the cordon bleu with air fryer, cut the Gruyère cheese into slices about 0.4 inches thick 1. Place a slice of chicken breast on the cutting board, lay a slice of cooked ham on top 2, and then 2 slices of Gruyère 3.

Cover with another slice of chicken breast 4. The amount of cheese and ham inserted should be such that the chicken slices touch each other to seal the edges and prevent the filling from leaking during cooking 5. Pass the cordon bleu in flour 6.

Then dip it in the beaten egg 7, followed by the breadcrumbs 8. This will yield 4 cordon bleu 9.

Lightly grease the cordon bleu with oil using a brush 10. Place in the air fryer (we used a fryer with a 6-liter capacity) 11 and cook at 383°F for 16 minutes, turning them halfway through cooking 12.

Once ready 13, transfer them to a plate, season with salt 14, and immediately serve the cordon bleu with air fryer 15.

Storage

We recommend consuming the cordon bleu with air fryer immediately, to enjoy the crispy breading and the melty filling. If you have leftovers, store them in the fridge and consume them within a couple of days.