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Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

Savory Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole for Cozy Family Dinners

Enjoy a delicious Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole, a family favorite packed with cheesy goodness and tender chicken.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 16 oz Penne Pasta Substitute with rotini or fusilli if desired.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Butter Creates a rich roux.
  • 2 tbsp Minced Garlic Fresh or powdered can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Flour Gluten-free flour works well.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be swapped.
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Half-and-half is a lighter option.
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can be used instead.
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar Honey or maple syrup can be used.
  • 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar Lemon juice is also a good alternative.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Shredded Swiss Cheese Gruyère or mozzarella can be used.
For the Protein
  • 16 oz Cooked Shredded Chicken Ham or turkey can also be used.
  • 16 oz Chopped Ham Leftover ham is perfect.
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Panko Bread Crumbs Regular breadcrumbs or crushed crackers can work.

Equipment

  • 9x13 baking dish
  • Large pot
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  2. In a large pot, boil salted water and cook 16 oz of penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt 1/4 cup of butter, add 2 tbsp of minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Whisk in 1/4 cup flour, then gradually add 2 cups chicken broth and 2 cups heavy cream. Stir until thickened.
  5. Stir in 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Layer shredded chicken and chopped ham over the cooked pasta in the baking dish, then pour the sauce over.
  7. Mix 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs with 2 tbsp melted butter, sprinkle over the casserole.
  8. Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  9. Let the casserole rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For an extra crispy topping, add panko in the last 10 minutes of baking.

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