Flounder Cordon Bleu

Flounder Cordon Bleu is a delightful twist on the classic French dish, combining tender flounder fillets rolled up with savory slices of deli ham and creamy Swiss cheese. Perfectly breaded with a crispy coating of panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, these golden rolls are pan-seared to perfection before being baked to ensure a flaky, melt-in-your-mouth texture. This elegant yet surprisingly easy recipe takes only 45 minutes from start to finish and is the perfect centerpiece for a special dinner or a refined weeknight meal. Serve each roll with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a zesty finish that perfectly complements the rich, cheesy filling, and elevate your seafood game with this irresistible dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces flounder fillets
• 4 slices thinly sliced deli ham
• 4 slices Swiss cheese
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 pieces lemon wedges
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Lay each flounder fillet flat on a clean work surface. Lightly season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Place a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese on the wider end of each fillet.

Step 4

Carefully roll up the fillets, starting from the cheese-and-ham end, and secure each roll with a toothpick to hold its shape.

Step 5

Prepare a breading station. Place the all-purpose flour on a shallow plate. In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. In another shallow dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 6

Dredge each flounder roll in flour, shaking off excess. Next, dip it into the egg mixture, and then coat it evenly with the breadcrumb mixture.

Step 7

In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, gently place the breaded fish rolls seam-side down in the skillet.

Step 8

Sear the rolls for 2–3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown.

Step 9

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through (the internal temperature should reach 145°F/63°C).

Step 10

Carefully remove the toothpicks from the flounder rolls and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	929.7 grams (929.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1732

Total Fat 73.60g	94%
Saturated Fat 30.50g	153%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.50g
Cholesterol 768mg	256%
Sodium 4895mg	213%
Total Carbohydrate 95.00g	35%
Dietary Fiber 3.70g	13%
Total Sugars 7.80g
Protein 171.60g	343%

Vitamin D 578IU	2888%
Calcium 1515mg	117%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 1673mg	36%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.3%

Protein: 39.7%

Carbs: 22.0%