Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Cordon Bleu with this easy casserole recipe. This comforting dish combines tender shredded chicken, savory ham, and creamy Swiss cheese, all baked together in a rich sauce topped with crunchy Panko breadcrumbs. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole not only simplifies the traditional recipe but also saves you time in the kitchen. With minimal preparation and maximum taste, it’s sure to satisfy every palate at the table. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal that your family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups shredded chicken
- 9 ounces sliced black forest ham
- 8 ounces sliced Swiss cheese
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 ½ cups Panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×13-inch casserole dish with nonstick spray.
- Layer shredded chicken at the bottom of the dish, followed by ham strips and Swiss cheese.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and flour until combined. Gradually whisk in milk until thickened.
- Pour sauce over the layers in the casserole dish, then top with a mixture of Panko breadcrumbs and softened butter.
- Bake uncovered for 30–40 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg