Description
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is a comforting and indulgent dish that combines tender chicken, savory ham, and gooey Swiss cheese, all enveloped in a rich creamy sauce and topped with crispy breadcrumbs. Perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknights, this one-dish wonder will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With its enticing aroma filling the kitchen, this casserole promises to be a beloved addition to your dinner repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz thinly sliced deli ham
- 8 oz Swiss cheese, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Layer half of the chicken in the baking dish followed by half of the ham and half of the Swiss cheese.
- Repeat with the remaining chicken, ham, and top with the rest of the cheese.
- Combine panko breadcrumbs with melted butter; sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg