Description
A warm and creamy twist on the classic Chicken Cordon Bleu, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices of deli ham
- 4 slices of Swiss or Gruyère cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to ½ inch thickness; season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Lay ham and cheese slice on each chicken breast and roll tightly, securing with toothpicks or twine.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and brown chicken rolls for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat and stir in flour to make a roux for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in the cream, cooking until thickened. Season to taste and add parsley.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish, pour sauce over, and bake for 20-25 minutes until heated through.
- Let rest before slicing and serve with additional parsley.
Notes
Pair with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a balanced meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Chicken Cordon Bleu, Creamy Chicken, Family Dinner