Chicken cordon bleu casserole
Enjoy a comforting and delicious Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole made with tender chicken breasts, savory ham, and melted Swiss cheese, all topped with a crunchy breadcrumb crust. This easy-to-follow recipe includes rich and creamy homemade sauce flavored with mustard and lemon juice, perfect for a family dinner or special occasion. Prep and cook this satisfying dish in under an hour!
- 18 Mar 2024
- Cook time 65 min
- Prep time 20 min
- 8 Servings
- 16 Ingredients
Chicken cordon bleu casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that combines the classic flavors of chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese with a creamy sauce and a crispy breadcrumb topping. This recipe is perfect for a family dinner or special occasion and can be prepared ahead of time for convenience.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish with a bit of olive oil or cooking spray.
- Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/75°C).
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it cool. Once cooled, dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In the same skillet, melt 4 tbsp of butter over medium heat.
- Add the whole-grain wheat flour and cook, whisking constantly, for about 1-2 minutes, until the mixture turns golden brown.
- Gradually whisk in the nonfat milk, making sure to eliminate any lumps.
- Continue to cook the sauce, whisking constantly, until it thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the lemon juice, mustard, paprika, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Remove the skillet from the heat.
- Spread half of the diced chicken evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Layer half of the diced ham on top of the chicken.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded Swiss cheese over the ham.
- Pour half of the sauce evenly over the cheese.
- Repeat layers with the remaining chicken, ham, and cheese.
- Pour the remaining sauce evenly over the top.
- In a medium bowl, melt the remaining 1/4 cup of butter.
- Stir in the bread crumbs, garlic powder, fresh parsley, and the remaining 1/4 tsp black pepper until the mixture is well combined.
- Evenly spread the bread crumb mixture over the top of the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
- Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired.
Tips:
- For a healthier option, you can use low-fat cheese and skip the ham.
- To save time, you can use pre-cooked chicken breasts or rotisserie chicken.
- Make sure to whisk the sauce continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
- If you prefer a more golden and crispy topping, broil the casserole for the last few minutes of baking.
- Feel free to add more spices and herbs to the breadcrumb mixture for extra flavor.
- The casserole can be assembled a day in advance. Just cover and refrigerate it, then bake when ready to serve.
Once the Chicken cordon bleu casserole is baked to perfection, let it cool slightly before serving. This dish pairs wonderfully with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables. Enjoy the rich and savory flavors of this comforting casserole with your loved ones!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 270 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 500kcal | 20% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 36g | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 24g | 7% |
| Fiber 1.58g | 4% |
| Sugar 6g | 6% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 33g | 38% |
| Saturated 16g | 50% |
| Cholesterol 130mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 280ug | 31% |
| Choline 110mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 0.59mg | 49% |
| Vitamin B2 0.54mg | 41% |
| Vitamin B3 9mg | 58% |
| Vitamin B6 0.70mg | 41% |
| Vitamin B9 36ug | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 2.03ug | 84% |
| Vitamin C 1.78mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E 0.74mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K 7ug | 6% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 480mg | 37% |
| Copper, Cu 0.17mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 2.00mg | 18% |
| Magnesium, Mg 60mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus, P 580mg | 46% |
| Potassium, K 590mg | 17% |
| Selenium, Se 40ug | 72% |
| Sodium, Na 840mg | 56% |
| Zinc, Zn 3.68mg | 33% |
| Water | |
| Water 170g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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