Chicken Cordon Bleu

Directions

1. 1
   Place each chicken breast half on a sheet of waxed paper; flatten to 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Place 1 slice of ham and cheese in center of each chicken piece. Sprinkle evenly with parsley and pepper; roll up lengthwise and secure with a wooden toothpick.
2. 2
   Dip each chicken breast in egg and coat with bread crumbs.
3. 3
   Melt butter in heavy skillet.
4. 4
   Brown chicken on all sides.
5. 5
   Remove chicken to a 12 x 8 x 2-inch baking dish, reserving drippings in skillet.
6. 6
   Add remaining ingredients to reserved drippings and stir well.
7. 7
   Pour sauce over chicken and bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes.
8. 8
   Serves 8.