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Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe

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Deliciously Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu is a classic dish featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with savory ham and melted Swiss cheese, coated in a crispy breadcrumb crust, and served with a rich, creamy mustard sauce. This comforting and elegant meal is perfect for a special dinner or a cozy night in.

Ingredients

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Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 slices ham
  • 8 slices Swiss cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Breading:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs

Cooking fats:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Sauce:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Garnish:

  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them with a meat mallet until about 1/4 inch thick. Season both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  2. Assemble the chicken: On each flattened chicken breast, place 2 slices of ham and 2 slices of Swiss cheese. Carefully roll up each breast, tucking in the sides to enclose the filling and secure with toothpicks if needed.
  3. Coat the chicken: Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs. Dredge each chicken roll first in the flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat evenly with breadcrumbs.
  4. Cook the chicken: In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken rolls and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side, turning carefully, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  5. Make the creamy sauce: In the same skillet, lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Stir in Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and grated Parmesan cheese. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Serve: Return the chicken to the skillet to warm through in the sauce for 2 minutes. Remove toothpicks if used, then spoon the creamy sauce over the chicken. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving for a fresh, colorful touch.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
  • Ensure the chicken is fully cooked by checking that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • You can prepare this dish ahead and keep warm in a low oven while making the sauce.
  • Use Swiss cheese like Emmental or Gruyère for authentic flavor.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently on the stovetop with a splash of cream to keep the sauce smooth.

Keywords: Chicken Cordon Bleu, Creamy Chicken, Breaded Chicken, Swiss Cheese Chicken, Ham and Cheese Chicken, Classic French Recipe

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