1-Getting started with this chicken cordon bleu: Getting started with this chicken cordon bleu is straightforward and fun, even if you’re new to cooking. Begin by patting the chicken dry and cutting each breast horizontally to create two halves. This helps make the pieces easier to work with and ensures even cooking.

2-Prepare the chicken pieces: Place the pieces between sheets of plastic wrap and pound them with a meat mallet or rolling pin until they’re thin and even, but not torn. Top each piece with a slice of ham and some shredded cheese, then roll them tightly while tucking in the sides. Wrap each bundle in plastic wrap to form a cylinder and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or up to a day you can even freeze them for up to 3 months for later use.

3-Preheat and Coat the Chicken: Once your chicken is ready, preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Unwrap the bundles and season them with salt and pepper. In a food processor, pulse the cornflakes until they turn into fine crumbs and put them in a shallow dish, along with another dish of melted butter.

4-Coat and Bake: Dip each bundle first into the melted butter, then coat it evenly with the cornflake crumbs before placing it on a greased baking sheet. This step gives you that irresistible crispy outside. Bake on the center rack for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken hits an internal temperature of 160 degrees F. For the sauce, simply stir together 1 cup mayonnaise and 1-2 teaspoons yellow mustard, adjusting to your taste.