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Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu

Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu: A Comfort Food Classic

Enjoy the delicious flavors of Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu, a gourmet comfort food made with chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken breasts Lean cuts of turkey can substitute.
  • 8 slices Swiss cheese Mozzarella can be used for a milder option.
  • 8 slices Cooked ham Prosciutto is a bold alternative.
For the Coating
  • to taste Salt and pepper Essential seasonings.
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten.
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs Use gluten-free panko if needed.
For the Cream Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 cup Milk Half-and-half for extra richness.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard Yellow mustard can be a substitute.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • meat mallet
  • Shallow bowls
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Pound the chicken to a uniform thickness of about 1/4-inch and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Layer two slices of Swiss cheese and two slices of ham on each chicken breast.
  4. Roll the chicken breasts tightly and secure with toothpicks.
  5. Set up a dredging station with flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs.
  6. Coat each chicken roll first with flour, then dip in the eggs, and coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  7. Heat a mixture of butter and olive oil in a skillet and brown the chicken rolls for about 5 minutes.
  8. Transfer the browned chicken rolls to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
  9. Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, then slowly add milk until thickened.
  10. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and Dijon mustard to the sauce, seasoning as desired.
  11. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and drizzling with the creamy sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using a meat thermometer ensures your chicken reaches 165°F for perfect, juicy meat. Pound the chicken evenly for better cooking. Don't overcrowd the skillet when frying.

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