Description

Chicken Cordon Bleu is a rich and comforting classic made with tender chicken breasts rolled around smooth melting Swiss style cheese and savory turkey ham, then gently simmered in a creamy pan sauce. This recipe delivers a balanced blend of textures and flavors, with juicy chicken, a warm cheesy center, and a silky sauce that brings everything together. It is ideal for a family dinner or an elegant homemade meal that feels special without being complicated.

Ingredients

Skinless boneless chicken breast halves

Tillamook Swiss Cheese slices

Boar’s Head Ovengold Turkey Ham slices

All purpose flour

Paprika

Unsalted butter

Low sodium chicken broth

Chicken bouillon granules

Heavy whipping cream

Cornstarch

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Instructions

1. Mix the flour and paprika in a shallow bowl until evenly combined

2. Gently pound the chicken breasts until they are evenly thin

3. Place a slice of Swiss cheese and a slice of turkey ham in the center of each chicken breast

4. Roll the chicken tightly around the filling and secure with toothpicks

5. Coat each rolled chicken piece in the flour mixture on all sides

6. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium high heat

7. Brown the chicken on all sides until golden

8. Add the chicken broth and bouillon to the skillet

9. Reduce the heat, cover, and let the chicken simmer until fully cooked through

10. Transfer the chicken to a warm plate and remove toothpicks

11. Whisk the cream and cornstarch together until smooth

12. Pour the cream mixture into the skillet and stir until the sauce thickens

13. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and serve warm

Notes

For best results, use evenly sized chicken breasts so they cook at the same rate

Do not overfill the chicken to prevent the cheese from leaking during cooking

Keep the heat gentle while simmering to maintain a tender texture

The sauce can be loosened with a small splash of warm broth if it becomes too thick

Leftovers store well in the refrigerator and reheat best over low heat

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American