Introduction

Chicken Cordon Bleu Quesadillas combine the classic flavors of chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese with a crispy tortilla for a delicious twist on two favorites. Topped with a creamy Parmesan Dijon sauce, this recipe is perfect for an easy lunch or dinner that feels special.

A stack of three layers of toasted sandwich bread is shown, each layer filled with melted white cheese and thin slices of pale pink ham, sprinkled with finely chopped green herbs. The bread is golden brown with patches of melted grated white cheese on top, adding a slightly crispy texture. The sandwich sits on white parchment paper on a round wooden board, with extra grated cheese and herbs scattered around. To the side is a small white bowl filled with a creamy pale yellow sauce. The background is a white marbled texture with a floral cloth peeking from the edges. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 8-10 inch flour tortilla
¼ cup grilled chicken breast, sliced
2-3 slices deli ham
4 slices Swiss or Provolone cheese
2 tablespoons toasted breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons melted butter

Parmesan Dijon Sauce:
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon flour
1 cup milk
1 chicken bouillon cube
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Dash of hot sauce (optional)
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: To make the sauce, melt butter in a medium saucepan. Whisk in the flour and crumble in the chicken bouillon cube. Cook for 1-2 minutes while stirring.
Step 2: Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly. Add Dijon mustard and hot sauce if using. Continue cooking and whisking for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Step 3: Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Keep warm over low heat.
Step 4: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt butter.
Step 5: Place one tortilla in the skillet. Layer with cheese, ham, breadcrumbs, more cheese, sliced chicken, a couple spoonfuls of sauce, additional breadcrumbs, and another layer of cheese.
Step 6: Top with the second tortilla shell and cook until the bottom tortilla is golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
Step 7: Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook until the other side is golden brown and cheese is melted.
Step 8: Remove from skillet, cut into slices, and serve with the remaining Parmesan Dijon sauce.

Tips & Variations

Cook the quesadilla over medium heat to ensure the cheese melts without burning the tortilla.
Use store-bought breaded chicken instead of adding breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
Grated cheese works well if you prefer it over sliced cheese.
Adjust ingredient quantities depending on filling preference for a customized quesadilla.
Make your own breadcrumbs by pulsing bread heels in a food processor and lightly toasting them at 350°F for 5 minutes.
This recipe yields enough sauce for multiple quesadillas, so feel free to make extra!

Storage

Store leftover quesadillas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat to maintain crispiness or in a microwave for a quicker option, though this may soften the tortilla. The Parmesan Dijon sauce can be stored separately in the fridge for up to 3 days and warmed gently before serving.

How to Serve

A round flatbread sandwich is cut into four equal triangular pieces, each piece showing two visible layers; the outside layers have a golden-brown toasted texture with small browned spots and a scattering of green herbs and shredded white cheese on top, while the middle layer is light pink, likely ham, and a smooth melted white cheese layer below it. The sandwich is placed on a white round plate lined with crinkled white parchment paper, and the background is a white marbled texture with a floral patterned cloth partially visible. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of cheese?

Yes, Swiss and Provolone are traditional, but Cheddar or Mozzarella can also work well depending on your taste preference.

Is it possible to make this recipe vegetarian?

You can substitute the chicken and ham with grilled vegetables or plant-based deli slices for a vegetarian version, keeping the rest of the ingredients and sauce the same.