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Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu

Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu That's Comfort Food Bliss

Indulge in the creamy perfection of this Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu, a comforting dish that elevates weeknight dinners with savory ham and melted Swiss cheese.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts
  • 8 slices Ham Pre-sliced for convenience
  • 8 slices Swiss Cheese Melts smoothly
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour works as a substitute
  • 2 pieces Eggs Beaten, consider flaxseed meal as a vegan alternative
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Whole wheat breadcrumbs for a healthier option
For the Flavor
  • Salt Essential for enhancing flavor
  • Pepper Essential for enhancing flavor
  • 2 tbsp Butter Use lighter oil for a lower fat version
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Adds richness for sautéing
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Light cream or Greek yogurt can be used
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Provides a zesty kick
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Elevates aromatic profile
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Elevates aromatic profile
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, enhances umami
  • Chopped Parsley Fresh garnish

Equipment

  • oven
  • meat mallet
  • baking dish
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and tools.
  2. Pound chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap to ¼ inch thickness.
  3. Season chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
  4. Layer two slices of ham and two slices of Swiss cheese on each chicken breast.
  5. Roll the chicken breasts tightly and secure with toothpicks.
  6. Dredge each chicken roll in flour, then dip in egg, and coat with breadcrumbs.
  7. Heat butter and olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium heat.
  8. Brown chicken rolls in the skillet for 4-5 minutes on all sides.
  9. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  10. Prepare the creamy sauce by heating heavy cream and stirring in Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and Parmesan.
  11. Let the sauce thicken for about 5 minutes.
  12. Remove the toothpicks from chicken rolls and let rest for a few minutes.
  13. Slice each chicken roll into medallions and serve with creamy sauce and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 1100mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure even thickness of chicken for uniform cooking. Experiment with different cheeses for variations.

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