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Chicken Cordon Bleu Quesadillas Recipe

Chicken Cordon Bleu Quesadillas Recipe
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These Chicken Cordon Bleu Quesadillas combine the classic flavors of chicken, ham, Swiss cheese, and a creamy Parmesan Dijon sauce inside crispy flour tortillas, creating a comforting and delicious fusion dish perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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QUESADILLAS:

  • 1 8-10 inch flour tortilla
  • ¼ cup grilled chicken breast, sliced
  • 2–3 slices deli ham
  • 4 slices Swiss or Provolone cheese
  • 2 tablespoons toasted breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

PARMESAN DIJON SAUCE:

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 chicken bouillon cube
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Dash of hot sauce (optional)
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Make the sauce: Melt butter in a medium-sized saucepan. Whisk in the flour and add the chicken bouillon cube, cooking for 1-2 minutes. Slowly add milk while continuously whisking to avoid lumps. Stir in the Dijon mustard and optional hot sauce. Continue cooking and whisking for about 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Keep warm on low heat.
  2. Prepare to assemble: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, ensuring the pan is evenly heated for proper cooking.
  3. Start quesadilla assembly: Place one flour tortilla in the skillet and add a layer of one slice of cheese evenly over the tortilla surface.
  4. Add the ham layer: Place 2-3 slices of deli ham on top of the cheese layer, spreading them evenly.
  5. Sprinkle breadcrumbs: Evenly sprinkle the toasted breadcrumbs over the ham.
  6. Layer more cheese: Add another layer of cheese slices on top of the breadcrumbs to help bind the fillings.
  7. Add chicken: Distribute the sliced grilled chicken evenly over the cheese layer.
  8. Drizzle sauce: Spoon a couple of tablespoons of the prepared Parmesan Dijon sauce over the chicken layer to add moisture and flavor.
  9. Add more breadcrumbs: Lightly sprinkle additional breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
  10. Final cheese layer: Top with a layer of cheese slices to hold the top tortilla in place.
  11. Top tortilla: Place another tortilla on top, pressing gently to secure the layers.
  12. Cook the quesadilla: Cook until the bottom tortilla turns golden brown and the cheese starts to melt, about 3-4 minutes. Carefully flip and cook the other side until golden brown and the fillings are warmed through, another 3-4 minutes.
  13. Serve: Remove from skillet, cut into slices, and serve with the remaining Parmesan Dijon sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • Cook quesadillas over medium heat to ensure the cheese melts completely without burning the tortilla.
  • Store-bought breaded chicken can be substituted for the grilled chicken with breadcrumbs for quicker preparation.
  • Sliced cheese can be replaced with grated cheese if preferred.
  • Ingredient quantities can be adjusted based on personal preferences and quesadilla size.
  • The sauce recipe yields enough for multiple quesadillas; you can make as many quesadillas as desired.
  • To make homemade breadcrumbs, pulse bread heels in a food processor until crumb-sized, then bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes until toasted.

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Keywords: Chicken Cordon Bleu, Quesadilla, Grilled Chicken, Ham, Swiss Cheese, Parmesan Dijon Sauce, Easy Dinner, Fusion Recipe

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