Description
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole brings classic French-inspired comfort right to your dinner table with cheesy, crispy goodness. Layers of tender chicken, savory ham, and melted Swiss cheese create a simple yet delicious meal perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 oz sliced turkey or chicken ham
Cheese and Dairy:
- 1 ½ cups shredded Swiss cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Extras:
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Heat your oven to precisely 375°F (190°C). Ensure your boneless chicken breasts are thoroughly cooked and slice them into uniform ½-inch cubes.
- Grab a medium mixing bowl and whisk 1 cup heavy cream, ½ cup sour cream, ½ cup chicken broth, and 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard until completely smooth.
- Incorporate 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper into your cream mixture. Stir thoroughly to distribute spices evenly.
- Select a 9×13-inch baking dish and coat the surface lightly with cooking spray. Distribute your chicken cubes across the bottom in a consistent layer.
- Scatter 6 ounces chopped turkey or chicken ham directly over your chicken pieces, creating an even coverage.
- Generously sprinkle 1 ½ cups shredded Swiss cheese across the ham layer, ensuring complete surface distribution.
- Pour your prepared cream sauce uniformly over the entire casserole, making certain every section receives sauce coverage.
- Combine 1 cup panko breadcrumbs with 2 tablespoons melted butter and ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese in a small bowl. Mix until breadcrumbs are completely coated.
- Distribute the buttery breadcrumb mixture across the casserole’s surface, creating an even, crunchy topping.
- Bake uncovered for exactly 25-30 minutes until your topping transforms into a gorgeous golden-brown crust and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove from oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes, which helps the sauce set and makes serving easier.
Notes
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts for even cooking and easier preparation.
- Replace ham with turkey or bacon for different flavor variations and dietary needs.
- Toast breadcrumbs separately before adding to create extra crunch and prevent sogginess.
- Make the casserole ahead and refrigerate, then bake when ready to serve for convenient meal planning.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 379 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg