Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole Your Family Will Love

This Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is a comfort food blend of tender chicken and savory ham, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 15

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 600

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

16 ounces penne pasta rotini or ziti are great alternatives

For the Sauce

1/4 cup butter margarine can be swapped but butter truly shines
2 tablespoons minced garlic fresh garlic is preferred for depth
1/4 cup flour whisk continuously to keep it smooth
2 cups chicken broth homemade is best, but store-bought works
2 cups heavy cream use half and half for a lighter sauce
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard yellow mustard can substitute if needed
1 tablespoon brown sugar omit if preferred
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar lemon juice can be an alternative
1/4 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese Gruyère or mozzarella work beautifully

For the Chicken & Ham

16 ounces shredded or cubed cooked chicken rotisserie chicken is an easy shortcut
16 ounces chopped ham Canadian bacon is a lean substitute

For the Topping

1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs regular breadcrumbs can also be used
2 tablespoons melted butter can be omitted if using plain breadcrumbs

Equipment

9x13-inch baking dish
Saucepan
Colander
whisk

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
Sprinkle in the flour while whisking to create a roux. Cook for 2 minutes until smooth.
Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring constantly until smooth and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the Dijon mustard, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper, then mix in the Swiss cheese until melted.
Layer the shredded chicken and chopped ham over the cooked pasta and pour the sauce over everything.
Mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the casserole.
Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Let the casserole rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 32gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Experiment with different cheeses or meats to customize the casserole to your taste.

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