Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
– 1 cup cooked ham, diced
– 1 ½ cups Swiss cheese, shredded
– 1 cup breadcrumbs
– 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
– ½ cup milk
– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
– ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 tablespoon dried parsley
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating this Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole involves a few easy steps. Just follow along to ensure your dish turns out perfectly!
1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get it ready for baking.
2. Prepare a Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with olive oil.
3. Combine Chicken and Ham: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken and diced ham. Mix well to ensure an even distribution.
4. Make the Sauce: In another bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, milk, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
5. Layer the Casserole: Spread half of the chicken and ham mixture in the prepared dish. Make sure it covers the bottom evenly.
6. Add Cheese: Sprinkle half of the shredded Swiss cheese over the chicken and ham layer.
7. Repeat Layers: Add the remaining chicken and ham mixture on top, followed by the remaining Swiss cheese.
8. Prepare Breadcrumb Topping: In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs with olive oil and dried parsley. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top layer of cheese.
9. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
10. Cool Before Serving: Once done, remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
Following these steps will guide you in creating a wonderfully comforting Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole that guarantees satisfaction.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 30g