"TESTED & PERFECTED RECIPE - Master the art of Chicken Cordon Bleu at home. It's simpler to make than you might imagine!..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1½ pounds)
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¾ teaspoon salt, divided
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¾ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
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4 thin slices black forest ham
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1 cup (4 oz) shredded Gruyère, Emmenthal, or Swiss cheese
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1 cup panko bread crumbs
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
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¼ cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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3 tablespoons minced shallots, from 1 to 2 shallots
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1½ cups chicken stock (or broth)
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⅓ cup heavy cream
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¼ teaspoon salt
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⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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2 tablespoons grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
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1 teaspoon fresh chopped thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried)