Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Chicken Cordon Bleu with this easy-to-make casserole. Layers of shredded chicken, chopped ham, Swiss cheese, and a creamy sauce, topped with a crispy breadcrumb crust, create a satisfying dish perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Casserole:
- 4 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 8 ounces sliced ham, chopped
- 8 ounces Swiss cheese, shredded
For the Sauce:
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer Ingredients: Spread chicken in the dish, top with ham, then Swiss cheese.
- Make the Sauce: Mix soup, sour cream, spices until smooth. Spread over cheese.
- Add Topping: Combine breadcrumbs, butter, Parmesan. Sprinkle over casserole.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden. Garnish with parsley, if desired.
Notes
- Enhance the sauce with a teaspoon of Dijon mustard for extra flavor.
- Casserole can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Pair with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
