Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole Recipe

Name: Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breast, shredded, boneless, skinless; 13 slices fat-free lean ham slices (about 10 oz); 10 thinly sliced swiss cheese; 4 tablespoons light butter; 4 tablespoons whole wheat flour; 3 ¼ cups skim milk; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard; ½ teaspoon paprika; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ¼ cup light butter; 1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs; 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder; 1 ½ teaspoons fresh parsley, minced; ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb chicken breast, shredded, boneless, skinless
13 slices fat-free lean ham slices (about 10 oz)
10 thinly sliced swiss cheese
4 tablespoons light butter
4 tablespoons whole wheat flour
3 ¼ cups skim milk
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup light butter
1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
1 ½ teaspoons fresh parsley, minced
¼ teaspoon black pepper

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["Preheat oven to 350°F Lightly coat a 9"" x 13"" baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.", "Line the bottom of the baking dish with shredded chicken.", "Next, layer ham slices.", "Lay the Swiss cheese on top of the ham.", "For the sauce: Over medium heat, melt the butter in a large sauce pan.", "Whisk in the flour until smooth.", "Continue to whisk mixture while slowly adding milk stir until sauce thickens, about 10 minutes, whisk continuously.", "Time Saving Tip: To make the thickening process go faster, heat milk in the microwave until it boils (about 2-3 minutes).", "Then slowly add to sauce pan, whisking as you pour.", "Add lemon juice, Dijon mustard, paprika and pepper.", "Bring sauce to a low simmer again, whisk continuously.", "Once it has reached desired thickness, remove from heat and pour sauce evenly over the casserole.", "For the topping: In a small sauce pan, melt the butter and stir in Panko breadcrumbs, garlic, parsley and pepper.", "Sprinkle topping mixture over the top of the casserole.", "Lightly mist top of casserole with nonstick cooking spray.", "Bake for 35 minutes until topping is golden brown."]

1818

kcal

Calories

122

Fat

Carbs

127

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb chicken breast, shredded, boneless, skinless, 13 slices fat-free lean ham slices (about 10 oz), 10 thinly sliced swiss cheese, 4 tablespoons light butter, and more.

Yes, Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

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