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Delicious Chicken Cordon Bleu with Swiss Cheese Sauce

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Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Chicken Cordon Bleu, featuring succulent chicken breasts wrapped around savory smoked beef and gooey Swiss cheese, all topped with a rich Swiss cheese sauce. This dish is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium-sized boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Thinly sliced smoked beef deli meat
  • 4–8 slices of good quality Swiss cheese
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • A pinch of garlic powder
  • Olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for the sauce)
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk
  • 1 cup freshly shredded Swiss cheese
  • A pinch of salt (for the sauce)
  • White pepper (for the sauce)
  • A tiny pinch of nutmeg
  • A splash of white grape juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken by placing each chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound them to about ¼ to ⅓ inch thick. Season both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  2. Assemble the Cordon Bleu rolls by laying out one pounded chicken breast, placing 1-2 slices of smoked beef and 1-2 slices of Swiss cheese on top, then rolling tightly from one end and securing with toothpicks if necessary.
  3. Set up the breading station with three shallow dishes: one with ½ cup of seasoned flour, one with 2 beaten eggs, and one with 1 ½ cups of seasoned panko breadcrumbs. Dredge each chicken roll in flour, dip in egg wash, and coat with breadcrumbs.
  4. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Optionally, pan-sear the breaded chicken rolls in a skillet with olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side until golden. Bake on a lightly oiled baking sheet for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Prepare the Swiss cheese sauce by melting 2 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan, whisking in 2 tablespoons of flour to create a roux, then gradually adding 1 ½ cups of whole milk until smooth. Stir in 1 cup of shredded Swiss cheese until melted, seasoning with salt, white pepper, and nutmeg.
  6. Serve the cooked chicken Cordon Bleu on plates, generously spooning the Swiss cheese sauce over the top. Enjoy with a side of green salad, steamed asparagus, or mashed potatoes.

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Keywords: Pound the chicken evenly for uniform cooking, roll tightly to keep the filling secure, and use freshly grated cheese for a smoother sauce. Pair with fresh sides to balance the richness of the dish.

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