🍗🧀 Chicken Cordon Bleu Dijon Cream ✨

Crispy chicken stuffed with savory ham and melty Swiss cheese, finished with a rich Dijon cream sauce for an unforgettable dinner.

Ingredients 🛒

For the Chicken:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 slices ham
• 4 slices Swiss cheese
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp paprika
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Dijon Cream Sauce:

• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions 👩‍🍳

1. Prep chicken: Pound chicken breasts flat. Place a slice of ham and Swiss cheese inside each, then roll tightly and secure with toothpicks.
2. Bread: Dredge chicken in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Cook: Heat olive oil in skillet. Sear chicken until golden on all sides. Transfer to baking dish and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes until cooked through.
4. Make sauce: Melt butter in saucepan, whisk in flour to form roux. Slowly add milk and cream, whisking until thickened. Stir in Dijon mustard, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
5. Serve: Pour Dijon cream sauce over chicken cordon bleu. Garnish with parsley.

Tips 🌟

• Extra indulgence: Add a splash of white wine to the sauce.
• Variation: Try Gruyère instead of Swiss for a richer flavor.
• Serving idea: Pair with roasted potatoes or steamed asparagus.

Details

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: ~50 minutes
• Servings: 4

Caption & Engagement

Caption: “Chicken Cordon Bleu Dijon Cream—crispy, cheesy, and elegant 🍗🧀✨”

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