Sauce for Chicken Cordon Bleu
Elevate your Chicken Cordon Bleu with this rich and velvety sauce that combines the perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and savory flavors. Prepared in just 15 minutes, this luxurious sauce starts with a base of melted butter infused with garlic, followed by a roux for that irresistibly smooth texture. Layers of chicken broth, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and grated Parmesan cheese create a decadent blend that complements the crispy, golden chicken cordon bleu perfectly. Finished with a touch of salt, pepper, and optional fresh parsley, this sauce is the ultimate finishing touch to transform your meal into a restaurant-quality dining experience. Ideal for special occasions or to impress your dinner guests, this sauce recipe will not disappoint!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
Slowly pour in the chicken broth while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Lower the heat to medium-low and gradually whisk in the heavy cream.
Add the Dijon mustard and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Remove from heat and stir in the parsley, if using.
Serve warm over chicken cordon bleu, ensuring each portion is generously coated with the sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1466 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 134.2 g | 172% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.0 g | 390% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 382 mg | 127% | |
| Sodium | 3869 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 37.5 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 922 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 270 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
