Grilled Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe

The weather is getting warmer and that means grilling season is upon us which promises to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your nightly dining experience. Today we are shaking things up as we dive into the realm of exquisite flavors with my mouthwatering Grilled Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe. Prepare to embark on a gastronomic adventure that combines succulent grilled chicken, savory ham, and gooey melted cheese in every delicious bite.

All of the delicious flavors of a traditional chicken cordon bleu recipe, but with that little hint of smokiness that only grilling can give you.  This Grilled Chicken Cordon Bleu is packed full of flavor, and couldn't be easier to make.  I know you are going to love it, so...

Let's Get Started!

Grilled Chicken Cordon Bleu:
*Prep Time: 10 min. *Cook Time: 20 min  *Difficulty:  Easy  *Servings: 4 

Ingredients:

• 4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
• 8 Slices of Black Forest Ham, Deli Style
• 4 Slices of Creamy Havarti Cheese 
• 2 tbsp. Dijon Mustard
• 2 tbsp. Honey
• 2-3 tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 tsp. Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp. Thyme
• Salt & Pepper, to taste

To begin you will want to season your chicken breast, on both sides, with salt and pepper.

Then, with your pairing knife, cut a small pocket into the thickest side of your chicken breast,

Now let's assemble the filling.
Place two pieces of ham on your cutting board, overlapping.

Now place the slice of Havarti cheese at the top of the ham slices.

Roll the ham around the slice of cheese.

Next place the ham and cheese into the pocket you created in the chicken.
Sit this chicken breasts to the side, and let's get starting on the mustard glaze.

Usually Chicken Cordon Bleu is served with a mustard sauce.
I thought it would be a great play on the original if I made a mustard glaze for the chicken.

In a mixing bowl, combine the mustard (I used whole grain here, but any Dijon will do.),

Honey,

Thyme,

Garlic Powder,

A pinch of salt and pepper,

And the olive oil.

Whisk it all together until everything comes together and the glaze is ready!

Now it is time to grill the chicken.
You will want to place it on a preheated, medium/high grill.
Cook 6-8 minutes on each side until the chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear.

Now simple baste the mustard glaze on the chicken, close the lid, and give it a couple of minutes to caramelize.
You will want to flip the chicken and do the other side as well.

Place the fully cooled chicken into a baking dish to rest for about 5 minutes.

On the chicken has rested it is time to eat!
Would you look at how beautiful that is!  The chicken is perfectly cook and juicy.  The ham is salty and crisp on the edges.  And the cheese...OH THE CHEESE!  It is literally oozing from within the chicken!  Everything combine with that sweet and tangy glaze and you have a chicken dinner fit for a king.

This is perfect served with a nice green salad and mashed potatoes.  Oh and green beans would be lovely as well.  I know you and your entire family are going to love it!  I would love to hear how this worked for you, as well as some of your favorite chicken recipes.

And as always...

Happy Reading, Happy Eating, Happy Living,
~The Kitchen Wife~