Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Stromboli Recipe for Dinner turns the classic comfort dish into a handheld, weeknight-friendly bake. In 40 minutes you get golden crust, oozy Swiss, smoky ham, and juicy chicken with zero toothpick drama. One baking sheet, pantry staples, kid-approved. Pair it with my Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup Recipe for Dinner on a chilly night.
★★★★½ 4.5 (140 reviews)
Why You'll Love Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Stromboli Recipe for Dinner in 40 Minutes
Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Stromboli Recipe for Dinner: melty Swiss, ham & chicken baked in pizza dough. 40-min weeknight win!
- One pan, five-ingredient filling—perfect for beginners
- Pre-bake so crust stays crisp, not soggy
- Freezes & reheats like a dream for meal prep
- Cheesy pull-apart slices = instant crowd pleaser
Ingredients
- Chicken: Rotisserie is fastest; leftover grilled keeps smoky flavor
- Swiss: Use Gruyère for nuttier bite; mozzarella works if Swiss isn’t loved
- Dough: Canned crescent sheet can sub but watch bake time
Instructions
Preheat & Prep: Heat oven to 400 °F. Line sheet with parchment.
Mix Filling: Stir cream cheese, Dijon, garlic powder, pepper until smooth; fold in chicken.
Shape Dough: Roll dough to 12×10-inch rectangle on parchment. Spread cream-cheese mix down center, layer ham, sprinkle Swiss.
Expert Tips for Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Stromboli Recipe for Dinner in 40 Minutes
- Dust dough with cornmeal before rolling for extra crunch
- Slice vents deep enough to release steam—prevents blowouts
- Air-fry mini stromboli at 375 °F for 12 min for game-day apps
Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Stromboli Recipe for Dinner in 40 Minutes
Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Stromboli Recipe for Dinner: melty Swiss, ham & chicken baked in pizza dough. 40-min weeknight win!
★★★★½ 4.5 (140 reviews)
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb store-bought pizza dough, room temp
- 1 ½ cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie works)
- 6 thin slices deli ham (about 6 oz)
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese (4 oz)
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
Seasonings & Flavor Boosters
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 egg + 1 tsp water (egg wash)
Optional Toppings
- Everything-bagel seasoning or sesame seeds
- Fresh parsley for pop of color
Instructions
How to Make Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Stromboli Recipe for Dinner
- Preheat & Prep: Heat oven to 400 °F. Line sheet with parchment.
- Mix Filling: Stir cream cheese, Dijon, garlic powder, pepper until smooth; fold in chicken.
- Shape Dough: Roll dough to 12×10-inch rectangle on parchment. Spread cream-cheese mix down center, layer ham, sprinkle Swiss.
- Roll & Seal: Fold long sides 1 inch over filling, roll from short end jelly-roll style. Pinch seams, place seam-down. Brush with egg wash, slash 3 vents.
- Bake: 22–25 min until deep golden. Rest 5 min, slice, garnish, devour.
FAQs
Can I make Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Stromboli Recipe for Dinner ahead of time?
Assemble through step 4, cover, refrigerate 24 hrs. Brush egg wash just before baking.
What’s the best substitute for Swiss?
Mozzarella for mild, provolone for smoky; dairy-free shreds work too.
How do I store leftovers?
Fridge 3 days or freezer 2 months; reheat in oven to keep crust crisp.
Why did my stromboli burst?
Over-stuffing or skipped vents; leave 1-inch border and slash 3 slits.