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Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe

Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe
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This Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe is a quick and comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with ham and Swiss cheese, cooked to golden perfection and served with a luscious creamy Dijon-mustard sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, delivering rich, family-friendly flavors with minimal ingredients and effort.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Filling

  • 4 chicken breasts (pounded to even thickness)
  • 4 slices ham
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese

Sauce

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter (plus extra for cooking chicken)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Optional and Seasoning

  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional for crunchy texture, can use gluten-free panko)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Lay one slice of ham and one slice of Swiss cheese on each breast, then fold or roll the chicken neatly to encase the filling.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the stuffed chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside to rest.
  3. Make the Creamy Sauce: In the same skillet, add a bit more butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in Dijon mustard and heavy cream, bringing the sauce to a gentle simmer. Season with salt and pepper, and let thicken slightly over a few minutes without boiling.
  4. Combine and Serve: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the creamy sauce on top, and heat gently to meld the flavors. Serve immediately, garnished as desired.

Notes

  • Even thickness matters: pounding the chicken ensures even cooking and tenderness.
  • Don’t overstuff the chicken to prevent filling from spilling out during cooking.
  • Use fresh cheese slices for better melting and creamier sauce texture.
  • Simmer the sauce gently to prevent curdling or separation.
  • Allow the chicken to rest before serving to lock in juices.

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