Description
This Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup transforms the beloved French-inspired classic into a cozy, creamy bowl of comfort. Tender chicken, smoky ham, and melted Swiss cheese blend in a velvety broth enriched with Dijon mustard and cream — delivering all the rich, nostalgic flavor of the original dish with none of the fuss. Perfect for weeknight dinners or chilly evenings.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed
1 cup diced ham (honey or smoked)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups whole milk or half-and-half
½ cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika
Salt to taste
1½ cups shredded Swiss cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish)
Croutons or toasted breadcrumbs (optional topping)
Instructions
Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant and translucent.
Whisk in flour to create a smooth roux and cook for 1–2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
Add milk and cream, keeping heat on medium-low, and stir until smooth and thickened.
Stir in Dijon mustard, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Add shredded chicken and diced ham; simmer gently for 10–15 minutes to let flavors combine.
Slowly add Swiss and Parmesan cheeses, stirring until melted and creamy.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve hot, garnished with parsley or chives, and top with croutons or toasted breadcrumbs for extra texture.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and extra flavor.
For a smoother texture, use a whisk when adding liquids to prevent clumping.
Grate cheese from a block instead of using pre-shredded cheese for a creamier consistency.
To make it ahead, refrigerate without cheese and cream; add them when reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1½ cups)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1020 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg