Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
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Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
Description
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole combines shredded chicken and ham covered in a smooth cheese sauce made from butter, flour, milk, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, Swiss and Parmesan cheese. The sauce is poured over the meat layers and topped with a mixture of panko breadcrumbs and melted butter before baking at moderate heat. As it cooks, the sauce thickens and the top crisps, creating a balance of creamy, savory flavors with a crunchy crust.
The casserole can work well as a main course for lunch or dinner. Serving it with a fresh Caesar salad or steamed vegetables like broccoli or asparagus adds a crisp contrast to the richness of the dish. It also pairs nicely with pasta or rice to extend portions.
According to notes, leftover casserole can be served over additional grains. The recipe suggests that the breadcrumb topping spices and the cheese sauce thickness are key to the dish’s texture and flavor. Adjust salt as needed after tasting the sauce. This casserole provides a warm, cheesy comfort food option based on classic ingredients.
Ingredients
- 5 1/2 /2 cups chicken shredded rotisserie
- 2 cups ham cubed
CHEESE SAUCE:
- 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 1/4 /4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 /2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 /4 teaspoon salt (add more to taste)
- 1 1/4 /4 cups swiss cheese 5 ounces, shredded
- 1/4 /4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
PANKO TOPPING:
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a 9x13 casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Layer the chicken on the bottom of the casserole dish. Layer the ham on top of the chicken.
- For the cheese sauce: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Sprinkle the flour on top and cook for 1-2 minutes or until mixture gets dry and clumpy. Whisk in the milk slowly. Add the mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder and salt. Simmer for 3-5 minutes whisking constantly until mixture thickens. Remove from heat and stir in the Swiss and Parmesan cheese. Taste and add more salt if needed. Pour evenly over ham and chicken mixture.
- For the Panko topping: In a small bowl, combine the Panko breadcrumbs and melted butter well. Sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes or until breadcrumbs are golden brown and casserole is bubbly. Let cool for about 5-10 minutes then serve. You can serve this by itself or over pasta or rice.
Notes
- Serve with Caesar salad, broccoli, or asparagus to balance textures and flavors.
- You can serve this casserole on its own or over pasta or rice for a heartier meal.
- Adjust salt in the cheese sauce to taste before baking for best flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1grams |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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