Chicken Cordon Bleu Kabobs

Ingredients

For the Skewers

• 6 (8-inch) bamboo skewers
• 2 (6-ounce) chicken breasts
• 1 (6-ounce) ham steak
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil

For the Sauce

• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup lactose-free 2% milk
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese

Instructions

Line a broiler pan with foil and spray the foil.

In a small bowl, combine Dijon mustard, maple syrup, black pepper, paprika, and oil.

Brush the mustard mixture onto the chicken skewers.

Broil (500° F) for about 5 minutes, flip and continue to cook for 5 more minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

Meanwhile, for the sauce, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in butter and cook for 1 minute, whisking constantly. Gradually add milk, whisking constantly. Add mustard. Continue to cook for 5 minutes or until thick. Reduce heat to low and stir in cheese, whisking until melted.

Taste and add salt and pepper as desired.

Serve immediately with chicken and ham kabobs.