Lightened up Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe

Name: Lightened up Chicken Cordon Bleu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves; 2 slices swiss cheese; 4 slices Canadian bacon; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 tablespoon olive oil; ¼ cup chicken broth; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; ¼ cup milk; 1 tablespoon fresh basil

Servings: persons

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 slices swiss cheese
4 slices Canadian bacon
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
¼ cup milk
1 tablespoon fresh basil

1
Pound chicken breasts if they are too thick.
2
Place a cheese and ham slice on each breast within 1/2 inch of the edges.
3
Fold the edges of the chicken over the filling, and secure with toothpicks.
4
Mix the flour and paprika in a small bowl, and coat the chicken pieces.
5
Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, and cook the chicken until browned on all sides.
6
Add the broth.
7
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear.
8
Remove the toothpicks, and transfer the breasts to a warm platter.
9
Blend the cornstarch with the milk in a small bowl, and whisk slowly into the skillet.
10
Cook, stirring until thickened.
11
Add fresh basil.
12
Serve.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, 2 slices swiss cheese, 4 slices Canadian bacon, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Lightened up Chicken Cordon Bleu falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lightened up Chicken Cordon Bleu

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