Cordon Bleu Bites (Printable Version)
Golden air-fried chicken and ham bites filled with Swiss cheese, seasoned for a crispy finish.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Protein Mixture
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454 grams ground chicken
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120 milliliters smoked ham, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
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0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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2 large eggs
→ Coating
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90 grams Panko bread crumbs
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Additional Panko bread crumbs (optional, for coating)
→ Filling
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227 grams Swiss cheese, cut into 1.25 cm cubes
→ Other
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Cooking spray
# Guide to Cooking:
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In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, chopped ham, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, pepper, Dijon mustard, and eggs until uniformly blended.
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Gradually add Panko bread crumbs to the mixture, stirring until the blend holds together firmly.
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Form small portions of the mixture around each Swiss cheese cube, shaping them into balls approximately 5 centimeters in diameter.
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For added crispiness, roll each formed bite in extra Panko bread crumbs.
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Set the air fryer to 200°C and preheat for several minutes.
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Place the bites in the air fryer basket without crowding, and lightly spray them with cooking spray.
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Cook bites for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway through and reapplying cooking spray, until golden brown and fully cooked.
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Present the hot bites with Dijon cream sauce, honey mustard, or preferred dipping accompaniments.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For enhanced flavor, blend Gruyere with Swiss cheese. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking. Serve immediately for optimal texture.