Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
360 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
Description
The Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole brings together diced or shredded cooked chicken and cubed ham baked in a smooth, flavorful cheese sauce. The sauce is created by making a roux with butter, garlic, and flour, then whisking in milk, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and melting shredded Swiss and Parmesan cheeses. This combination gives a rich, tangy-salty flavor that ties the dish together.
The casserole base is spread into a prepared baking dish, and the cheese sauce coats the chicken and ham evenly. An optional crunchy topping made from buttered panko breadcrumbs seasoned with Italian herbs and garlic powder is sprinkled on before baking, adding a crisp, golden crust. After baking, the dish rests briefly to set.
This casserole offers a classic cordon bleu flavor profile in an easy-to-assemble baked format, suitable for family dinners or potlucks. Serving it with a garnish of fresh parsley provides a touch of color and freshness.
Ingredients
Casserole:
- 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 2 cloves garlic , minced or grated
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 cups milk whole
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt coarse
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 1/2 cups swiss cheese shredded
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese , freshly grated
- 5-6 cups chicken diced or shredded, cooked
- 3 cups ham steak , cubed
Crunchy Topping (optional):
- 2 tablespoons butter , melted
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning homemade
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- parsley for ganish, optional, freshly
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and coat a 9x13 or 3 quart casserole dish with cooking spray or vegetable shortening. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter. Add the garlic, stirring for 1 minutes until softened. Whisk in the flour until it forms a paste.
- Continue to whisk while adding the milk, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, pepper and paprika. Bring to a low simmer and then whisk in the Swiss and Parmesan cheese until melted. Remove from the heat.
- Spread the cooked chicken and ham into the prepared baking dish. Cover with the cheese sauce, turning to coat evenly. Set aside if you are making the crunchy topping, otherwise, bake uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Crunchy Topping:
- In a small bowl, stir together the melted butter, Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Add the melted butter, stirring until it is all wet. Evenly sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Remove and allow to sit for 5 minutes before eating. Top with chopped parsley, if desired.
- If you tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 360 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 360kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 91mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 1481mg | 62% |
| Potassium | 433mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 589IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 30mg | 33% |
| Calcium | 318mg | 32% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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