Chicken Cordon Bleu Chowder

Name: Chicken Cordon Bleu Chowder
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 1/2 Tablespoon butter; 1/4 onion, yellow; diced; 1 large stalk celery, diced; 1 medium carrot, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 Tablespoons flour; 1 medium russet potato, small medium diced; 1 Cup chicken breast, cooked, shredded (I seasoned and baked 1 (5 oz) chicken breast here).; 1 cup ham steak, diced; 3 cups low sodium chicken broth; 1 bay leaf; 1 1/2 teaspoons herbes de provence; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 3/4 cup half and half; 1/4 cup milk; 1 1/2 Tablespoons dijon; 1 cup swiss chard, cut into strips; 1 cup swiss cheese, grated; black pepper, ground to taste; salt to taste; 2 teaspoons parsley, minced for garnish; 1 cup croutons, divided

4 steps

A savory soup with chicken, ham, and vegetables in a creamy base, garnished with croutons.

Updated at: Mon, 28 Oct 2024 01:43:41 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

Moderate

Nutrition per serving

Calories461 kcal (23%)

Total Fat27.3 g (39%)

Carbs24.7 g (10%)

Sugars4.8 g (5%)

Protein30.3 g (61%)

Sodium994.3 mg (50%)

Fiber2.8 g (10%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1

Heat butter and olive oil over medium high heat in a large soup pot. Add onions, celery and carrots and cook for about 5 minutes in pot, stirring occassionally. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring frequently. Add flour and stir contantly for about 2 minutes.

Step 2

Stir in potatoes, ham, and chicken and cook for another minute. Add broth, seasonings, half and half and milk. Bring to a boil, cover and turn to simmer for about 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.

Step 3

Remove lid and stir in dijon and swiss chard. Let simmer for 2 minutes. Add swiss cheese and parsley and stir until cheese has melted. Taste for salt and pepper and add desired amount.

Step 4

Serve with additional parsley garnish if desired and croutons.