Chicken Cordon Bleu Skillet Pasta

This Chicken Cordon Bleu Skillet Pasta recipe combines the flavors of the classic French dish with the ease of a skillet pasta. Tender chicken, savory ham, and creamy Swiss cheese come together to create a rich and satisfying meal thats perfect for any day of the week.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz penne pasta
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 slices ham, chopped
• 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions:

Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente

Drain and set aside

Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat

Add seasoned chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes

Add chopped ham to the skillet with the chicken and cook for another 2 minutes

Reduce heat to medium-low

Stir in Swiss cheese, heavy cream, and chicken broth

Cook until cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth, about 3-4 minutes

Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce

Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and sauce mixture

Stir gently to incorporate

Remove skillet from heat

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving