Inside-Out Chicken Cordon Bleu

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   Mix the jam, thyme, and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl.

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   Lay out a long piece of plastic wrap on a cutting board.

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   Place the chicken on the plastic and brush half of the jam mixture evenly on top of each breast.

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   Mound a quarter of the cheese on each piece of chicken, then wrap 2 slices of ham around each breast to cover the cheese.

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   Place another piece of plastic over the chicken and gently pound with a mallet or heavy skillet until about 1/4 inch thick.

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   Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

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   Add the chicken and cook until golden and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes.

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   Turn and cook on the other side until cooked through but still moist, 3 to 4 more minutes.

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   Meanwhile, whisk the shallot, mustard, vinegar and the remaining jam mixture in a medium bowl.

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    Slowly whisk in the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil to make a smooth dressing.

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    Place each piece of chicken on a plate and drizzle with dressing.

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    Toss the greens with the remaining dressing; serve with the chicken.

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    Per serving: Calories 500; Fat 26 g (Saturated 7 g); Cholesterol 124 mg;

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    Sodium 486 mg; Carbohydrate 22 g; Fiber 1 g; Protein 46 g

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    Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.