What is Traditional Chicken Cordon Bleu made of?

The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Butter, Chicken Bouillon, Chicken Breast, Cornstarch. The full list of 12 is above.

How long does it take to make Traditional Chicken Cordon Bleu?

About 1 hr in total: 20 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.

How many calories are in one serving?

One serving provides about 629.63 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.

Is Traditional Chicken Cordon Bleu easy to make?

This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 13 steps.

Is Traditional Chicken Cordon Bleu healthy?

Traditional Chicken Cordon Bleu has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 629.63 calories and 61.3 g of protein, or 123% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 290.92 mg (13% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 20.53 g (103% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Sulfites, Corn and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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Traditional Chicken Cordon Bleu

Name: Traditional Chicken Cordon Bleu
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: French, Swiss
Ingredients: 3 tbsp All-Purpose Flour; 6 tbsp Butter; 1 tsp Chicken Bouillon; 6 whole Chicken Breast; 1 tbsp Cornstarch; 6 slices Diced Ham; 1 cup Heavy Cream; 1 tsp Paprika; 6 slices Sliced Deli Ham; 6 slices Sliced Swiss Cheese; 6 slices Swiss Cheese; 0.5 cup White Wine

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 French 🇫🇷Swiss 🇨🇭 High-Protein 💪Low-Carb Low-Sodium Sugar-Free Anabolic Diet

Lightly breaded chicken breasts are filled with ham and Swiss cheese, then paired with a creamy white wine sauce enriched with butter and cream. Paprika adds gentle warmth, while the tender chicken and melting cheese make this a comforting choice for a polished family dinner or special occasion.

Prep20 mins
Cook40 mins
Serves6
DifficultyMedium

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Traditional Chicken Cordon Bleu, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

42 Health Score

Glycemic ImpactFair: 55 / 100; Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor: 10 / 100; Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityFair: 54 / 100; Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients: 2 / 4; Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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23
Heart Health: 59
Metabolic: 12
Digestive: 20
Inflammatory: 48
Performance: 33
General Wellness

1

Mix flour and paprika together in a shallow bowl.
2

Pound chicken breasts to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Place Swiss and ham onto each breast, leaving the outer 1/2 inch uncovered. Roll the chicken over the filling, dip it in the flour mixture to coat all sides, and secure with toothpicks.
3

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, 5 to 8 minutes. Add wine and bouillon. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
4

Transfer the chicken to a warm platter and remove the toothpicks. Whisk cream and cornstarch together in a small bowl; slowly pour the mixture into the skillet, whisking constantly to blend it with the remaining wine mixture. Cook, stirring often, until the sauce thickens, 3 to 5 minutes.
5

Pour sauce over chicken and serve immediately.
6

Add the chicken and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, 5 to 8 minutes.
7

Add the wine and bouillon.
8

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes.
9

Check with an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center; it should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
10

Transfer the chicken to a warm platter and remove the toothpicks.
11

Whisk the cream and cornstarch in a small bowl, then slowly pour into the skillet while whisking constantly to combine with the remaining wine mixture.
12

Cook, stirring often, until the sauce thickens, 3 to 5 minutes.
13

Pour the sauce over the chicken and serve immediately.

About This Recipe

Traditional Chicken Cordon Bleu is made with 12 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Butter, Chicken Bouillon, and Chicken Breast. Each serving provides about 629.63 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Traditional Chicken Cordon Bleu made of?: The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Butter, Chicken Bouillon, Chicken Breast, Cornstarch. The full list of 12 is above.
How long does it take to make Traditional Chicken Cordon Bleu?: About 1 hr in total: 20 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?: One serving provides about 629.63 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Traditional Chicken Cordon Bleu easy to make?: This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 13 steps.
Is Traditional Chicken Cordon Bleu healthy?: Traditional Chicken Cordon Bleu has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 629.63 calories and 61.3 g of protein, or 123% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 290.92 mg (13% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 20.53 g (103% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Sulfites, Corn and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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