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Better-For-You Chicken Cordon Bleu

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time15 minsCook Time30 minsTotal Time45 mins

Better-For-You Chicken Cordon Bleu

 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
 4 thin slices lower sodium deli ham (about ½ ounce each)
 4 thin slices reduced fat Swiss cheese
 2 tsp olive oil
 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme
 3 tbsp dijon mustard
 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
 Baby arugula for garnish (optional)
1

Preheat oven to 350°; spray rimmed baking pan with cooking spray.

2

Slice chicken breasts horizontally in half, but do not cut all the way through. Open chicken breasts and spread fl at, cut side up; cover each with 1 slice each ham and cheese.

3

Fold chicken breasts to enclose filling; place on prepared pan. Brush chicken with oil; sprinkle with thyme and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Bake 30 minutes or until internal temperature of chicken and filling reaches 165°; let stand 5 minutes.

4

In small bowl, whisk mustard, honey and vinegar. Serve chicken drizzled with mustard mixture garnished with arugula, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 breast

Servings 0

Amount Per Serving
Calories 310
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g17%

Saturated Fat 4g20%
Cholesterol 116mg39%
Sodium 531mg23%
Total Carbohydrate 7g3%

Dietary Fiber 0g
Sugars 12g
Protein 44g88%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.