5 from 78 votes
Chicken Cordon Bleu Sauce Recipe
This Chicken Cordon Bleu Sauce is a smooth, creamy blend of butter, garlic, parmesan, Dijon mustard, and fresh thyme, thickened with flour and milk. It offers a rich, flavorful complement to the chicken, enhancing its taste without overpowering. The sauce’s creamy consistency and aromatic notes make it suitable for drizzling over cordon bleu, adding a delicate garlic and cheese flavor that balances the dish well.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings:
6
servings
Calories:
45 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
French
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter salted
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 garlic finely minced, clove
- ½-¾ cup milk whole
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- ½ teaspoon salt to taste
- 1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon thyme finely chopped fresh
Instructions
- Add butter to a small saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, add the garlic and continue cooking for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
- Sprinkle in the flour and whisk until combined. Slowly begin adding in ½ cup of the milk, 2-3 tablespoons at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the cheese, mustard, salt, pepper, and thyme until smooth. Add additional ¼ cup milk, one tablespoon at a time, until your desired consistency is reached.
- Serve with chicken cordon bleu and enjoy!
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Notes
- Use finely minced garlic to ensure it blends smoothly into the sauce; a garlic press works well.
- Prefer Dijon mustard over yellow mustard for an authentic flavor profile.
- Whole milk provides the creamiest texture, though 2% milk can be substituted.
- Freshly grated Parmesan melts better into the sauce than pre-grated.
- Dried thyme can replace fresh; reduce the amount by one-third to one-half.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days; avoid freezing.
- Reheat gently on the stove with occasional whisking and add milk to reach desired consistency if needed.
- Prepare the sauce up to two days ahead for convenience, storing refrigerated until needed.
Nutrition Information
Calories
45kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1g
(1%)
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Trans Fat
0.1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
8mg
(3%)
Sodium
189mg
(8%)
Potassium
11mg
(0%)
Fiber
0.3g
(1%)
Sugar
0.1g
(0%)
Vitamin A
115IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
55mg
(6%)
Iron
0.2mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 45
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 45kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 189mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 11mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 115IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 55mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.