Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
If you’re searching for a comforting dish that the whole family will adore, this Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is your answer! This deliciously layered casserole features tender chicken, savory deli-style chicken slices, and gooey Swiss cheese baked in a creamy sauce. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, transforming the classic Chicken Cordon Bleu into an easy-to-make meal that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups shredded chicken
- 9 ounces sliced deli-style black forest chicken
- 8 ounces sliced Swiss cheese
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 ½ cups Panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×13-inch casserole dish with nonstick spray.
- Layer shredded chicken evenly on the bottom of the dish.
- Place sliced black forest chicken over the shredded chicken.
- Top with slices of Swiss cheese.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, then whisk in Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, nutmeg (if using), and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Gradually whisk in flour to create a roux.
- Slowly add milk while whisking until smooth; simmer for about four minutes until thickened.
- Pour the sauce over the layered ingredients.
- Combine Panko breadcrumbs with softened butter and sprinkle over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for five minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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