Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup

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Absolutely delicious! i am very pleased how this soup came out. luxurious and comforting at the same time. :)

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Steps

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In a skillet over medium high heat , saut the chicken breasts in the olive oil until browned , about 7 to 9 minutes.

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Remove from skillet , drain of excess oil , and set aside , keeping warm.

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In a large heavy saucepan , heat the milk and chicken broth over medium temperature.

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Add the tarragon , garlic , scallion , white pepper , and curry powder , and bring to a light simmer.

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Add 3 / 4th of the swiss cheese gradually , stirring constantly , until well-incorporated.

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Gradually add the white wine , then the sour cream.

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Using an immersion blender , whir the soup until all ingredients are smoothly incorporated.

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Alternately , you can pour it all into the blender or food processor.

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Put the soup back in the saucepan if you removed it , then add the ham , and the cooked chicken breast.

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Season to taste with salt and freshly ground pepper.

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Simmer on low heat for 10 minutes.

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Garnish with reserved grated swiss cheese and basil and serve immediately.

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Ingredients

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boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, whole milk, unsalted chicken stock, tarragon leaf, garlic, scallions, white pepper, mild curry powder, swiss cheese, dry white wine, sour cream, cooked ham, salt, fresh ground black pepper, basil