How to Make Swiss Cheese Sauce for Chicken Cordon Bleu - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to classic French cuisine, Chicken Cordon Bleu is a dish that is a surefire crowd-pleaser. This decadent dish features a tender and juicy chicken breast stuffed with ham and Swiss cheese, then coated in breadcrumbs and baked until golden and crispy. While the chicken itself is undoubtedly delicious, the real star of the show is the rich and creamy Swiss cheese sauce that gets spooned over the top.

While many people may be intimidated by the idea of making their own cheese...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Melt butter in a heavy saucepan over low heat. Whisk in flour gradually until smooth and all lumps are gone. Cook, whisking constantly, for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in 2 cups milk and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until mixture has thickened and is bubbly, about 5 minutes. Add Swiss cheese, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until cheese has melted.
  • Nutrition

    229 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 50mg
    • Sodium: 434mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 359mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 211mg