A comforting and creamy soup with all the flavors of the classic Chicken Cordon Bleu dish!
Ingredients:
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 1 small onion, diced
– 2 garlic cloves, minced
– 3 cups chicken broth
– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
– 1 cup ham, diced
– 1 1/2 cups Swiss cheese, shredded
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/4 cup milk
– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– Salt to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Directions:
1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, sautΓ©ing until soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Stir in the flour, cooking for another minute to form a roux.
3. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, ensuring no lumps remain.
4. Add the shredded chicken, diced ham, and Dijon mustard to the pot. Bring to a simmer, allowing the flavors to meld for about 10 minutes.
5. Slowly stir in the heavy cream and milk, cooking for another 5 minutes until the soup is creamy and smooth.
6. Add the shredded Swiss cheese in batches, stirring continuously until melted. Season with black pepper and salt to taste.
7. Once the soup reaches your desired thickness, remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Servings: 4 servings
