Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu Bake (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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4 slices of chicken ham
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4 slices of Swiss cheese or mozzarella
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1 cup breadcrumbs
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2 tablespoons melted butter
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Cream Sauce
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2 tablespoons butter
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 ½ cups milk
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½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
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½ teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
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Salt and pepper to taste
# Steps to Follow:
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Set oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
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Pound each chicken breast until about ½ inch (1.3 cm) thick.
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Place one slice of chicken ham and one slice of cheese on each chicken breast. Roll up tightly and secure with toothpicks.
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In a small bowl, mix breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, melted butter, salt, and pepper.
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Roll each chicken roll-up in the breadcrumb mixture.
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Place the chicken rolls seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle lightly with olive oil. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until fully cooked and golden on top.
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While the chicken bakes, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in milk and bring to a low boil until thickened. Add Parmesan, Dijon mustard (if using), and season with salt and pepper.
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Pour warm cream sauce over the baked chicken and serve with mashed potatoes or rice.