Description

This Vegan Cordon Bleu recipe offers a delicious plant-based twist on the classic chicken cordon bleu. Using Gardein Chick’n Scallopini, vegan ham, and vegan Swiss cheese, this recipe layers flavors and textures to create a crispy, cheesy, and savory sandwich. Coated in a Dijon-mayo mixture, dipped in Just Egg, and rolled in panko breadcrumbs, these vegan cordon bleus are baked to perfection for a golden and crunchy finish. Perfect for a satisfying and cruelty-free meal, these servings are ideal for those seeking tasty vegan comfort food.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

4 Gardein Chick’n Scallopini pieces
4 slices of vegan ham (Tofurky)
2 slices vegan Swiss cheese (Daiya), cut in half
3 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 cup Just Egg plant-based egg substitute
½ cup Panko breadcrumbs
Oil spray for baking sheet

Instructions

Thaw Chick’n: Remove the Gardein Chick’n Scallopini from the freezer and thaw overnight in the refrigerator to ensure even cooking.
Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 370°F (188°C) to prepare for baking.
Assemble Cordon Bleu: Lay one piece of Chick’n on a flat surface, top with a slice of vegan ham and half a slice of vegan Swiss cheese, then cover with another piece of Chick’n to form a sandwich.
Make Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the vegan mayonnaise and Dijon mustard, mixing until smooth.
Brush Sauce: Generously brush the Dijon-mayo mixture onto both sides of each Chick’n sandwich to add flavor and help breadcrumbs adhere.
Coat with Just Egg: Dip each side of the assembled Chick’n sandwiches into the Just Egg liquid to moisten them for the breadcrumb coating.
Bread the Sandwiches: Roll each coated Chick’n thoroughly in Panko breadcrumbs to ensure an even, crunchy crust after baking.
Prepare for Baking: Place the breaded Chick’n cordon bleus on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Use toothpicks to secure the sandwiches if needed, and lightly spray them with cooking oil for a golden finish.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Carefully flip the pieces over and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes or until the exterior is golden brown and crispy.
Serve: Remove toothpicks if used, and serve the vegan cordon bleu hot with extra Dijon-mayo sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

Ensure Chick’n Scallopini is fully thawed before assembling to prevent uneven cooking.
Use vegan ham and cheese brands known for meltability for best results.
Lightly spraying the coated sandwiches before baking helps achieve a crispier texture without deep-frying.
Adjust baking time slightly if your oven runs hot or cool; the goal is a golden crust and heated-through filling.
To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Vegan American

Keywords: vegan cordon bleu, plant-based cordon bleu, vegan chick'n recipe, vegan comfort food, dairy-free cordon bleu, meatless main dish