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Deliciously Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe

Deliciously Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe
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This Deliciously Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu combines tender chicken breasts rolled with savory ham and Swiss cheese, coated in a crispy breadcrumb crust, and topped with a rich, creamy Dijon-Parmesan sauce. Perfect for a comforting yet elegant meal that impresses every time.

Ingredients

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Chicken Rolls

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 slices of ham
  • 8 slices of Swiss cheese
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Creamy Sauce

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the chicken rolls.
  2. Pound Chicken Breasts: Pound each chicken breast to an even thickness of about ¼ inch to ensure they cook evenly.
  3. Season: Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
  4. Add Ham and Cheese: Lay two slices of ham and two slices of Swiss cheese on each chicken breast evenly.
  5. Roll Chicken: Carefully roll up each chicken breast tightly, securing them with toothpicks to keep the filling inside during cooking.
  6. Bread the Rolls: Dredge the chicken rolls first in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs for a crispy crust.
  7. Brown Chicken: Heat butter and olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken rolls and brown on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per side, to develop a golden crust.
  8. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake the chicken rolls for 20-25 minutes, until they are cooked through.
  9. Make Creamy Sauce: Meanwhile, heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and Parmesan cheese. Simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  10. Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven, discard toothpicks, and let them rest for a few minutes. Slice the chicken rolls and serve topped with the creamy sauce.
  11. Garnish: Sprinkle chopped parsley over the dish before serving for a fresh, colorful finish.

Notes

  • For best results, make sure to pound chicken evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
  • Use a sharp knife when slicing the chicken rolls to keep filling intact.
  • If you don’t have an oven-proof skillet, transfer browned chicken to a baking dish before baking.
  • To make this dish lighter, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a light cream alternative.
  • Make sure the internal temperature of chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.

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