Cordon Bleu With Gorgonzola Cheese Sauce

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1
Cordon Bleu With Gorgonzola Cheese Sauce, an indulgent dinner option
in Main

Prep

25 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 -4 boneless skinless chicken breasts , thawed
5 1/2 ounces Shake-n-Bake , extra crispy
12 ounces smoked ham , thin sliced
12 ounces provolone cheese , 8-12 slices
toothpick
8 ounces gorgonzola , crumbled
2 cups milk
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon parsley
garlic

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
709
Sugar
10g
Fat
45g
Cordon Bleu With Gorgonzola Cheese Sauce is a classic dish that originated in Switzerland. The chicken breasts are stuffed with cheese and ham and then dipped in bread crumbs to give them a crispy texture. The dish has evolved over the years and the addition of the Gorgonzola sauce has taken it to a whole new level. The combination of the salty ham and cheese with the chicken is a match made in heaven. This dish is perfect to impress your guests or just for a special indulgent treat at home.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F
2.Pound the chicken breasts with a meat mallet until they are 1/4 inch thick
3.Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and flatten using a meat mallet
4.Remove the plastic wrap after flattening, then season with garlic and salt
5.Layer 1-2 slices of ham on top of each chicken breast. Next, add 2 slices of provolone cheese to each chicken breast
6.Roll up the chicken breast and secure with a toothpick
7.Coat the outside of the chicken breast with Shake-n-Bake mix
8.Place the chicken in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 165°F when inserted in the thickest part of the chicken
9.While the chicken is baking, prepare the sauce by melting butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat
10.Stir in flour, salt, and garlic to form a paste
11.Slowly whisk in the milk until the sauce thickens
12.Add the gorgonzola and parsley. Stir until the cheese has melted completely.
13.Serve the chicken breasts with the Gorgonzola sauce poured over each.

PROS

Cordon Bleu With Gorgonzola Cheese Sauce is a delicious meal that is easy to make and is perfect for a special occasion.
The mix of ham and cheese makes the chicken breasts extra juicy and the cheese sauce complements the flavors very well.
This is a crowd-pleasing recipe that will make you the star of any dinner party.

CONS

This meal is quite indulgent and high in calories and fat.
It should be enjoyed in moderation and is not recommended for daily consumption.
The preparation takes a little bit of time which could be a downside if you are looking for a quick and simple recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe does not exactly qualify as healthy, chicken is a good source of protein and essential nutrients such as selenium and vitamin B6. Gorgonzola cheese is rich in calcium and phosphorus which help to keep your bones strong. Garlic is also known to have antibacterial properties and help regulate blood pressure.

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