Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
A rich and creamy casserole inspired by classic Chicken Cordon Bleu.Layers chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese with a velvety cream sauce.Easy to prepare, family-friendly, and perfect for cozy dinners.Delivers gourmet flavor in a simple, comforting bake.
Ingredients
For the Casserole:
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
- 1 cup diced ham
- 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella (optional for extra creaminess)
For the Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups milk or half-and-half
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Topping:
- 1 cup breadcrumbs or crushed Ritz crackers
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread cooked chicken evenly in a greased baking dish.
- Layer diced ham over the chicken.
- Sprinkle Swiss cheese and mozzarella on top.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in flour to create a roux.
- Slowly whisk in milk and chicken broth until smooth and thickened.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the chicken, ham, and cheese.
- Mix breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden and bubbling.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Swiss cheese gives classic flavour, but Gruyère is an excellent upgrade.
- Add cooked broccoli for extra nutrients.
- Use panko for a crispier topping.
- Adjust mustard to taste for more sharpness.