Description
Indulge in this creamy and delicious take on the classic Chicken Cordon Bleu. Tender chicken breasts stuffed with ham and Swiss cheese, all enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 slices of ham
4 slices of Swiss cheese
1 cup of all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup of breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 cup of heavy cream
1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Place each chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound them to about 1/2 inch thickness.
3. Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
4. Place a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese on each chicken breast, then roll them up tightly and secure with toothpicks.
5. Dredge each rolled chicken breast in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.
6. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the chicken rolls on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
7. Transfer the browned chicken to a baking dish.
8. In the same skillet, combine heavy cream, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper; bring to a simmer.
9. Pour the creamy sauce over the chicken in the baking dish.
10. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F / 74°C).
11. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
This Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu can be served over rice or pasta for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 35g
Keywords: chicken, cordon bleu, creamy, dinner recipe