Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole, a delicious twist on the classic dish. Layers of tender chicken, savory ham, and gooey Swiss cheese are baked to perfection in a creamy Dijon sauce, topped with crispy breadcrumbs for a satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Casserole:
- 4 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded)
- 8 ounces sliced ham (chopped)
- 8 ounces Swiss cheese (sliced or shredded)
For the Cream Mixture:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Topping:
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
For Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer ingredients: Spread shredded chicken in the dish, then add chopped ham and Swiss cheese.
- Prepare cream mixture: Whisk together heavy cream, sour cream, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Pour over the casserole.
- Add topping: Combine panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lower-carb option, use crushed pork rinds instead of panko breadcrumbs.
- This casserole pairs well with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
