Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole - Easy/Healthy Versio

Name: Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole - Easy/Healthy Version for Two
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) can white meat chicken; 3 -4 slices deli ham; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; ¾ cup cheddar cheese, shreaded sharp (Kraft's 2% is good!); 0.5 (10 ounce) can low-fat cream of celery soup (freeze the rest for later!); 2 tablespoons skim milk; ½ teaspoon dill; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon onion powder; ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg; salt & pepper; 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

1 (8 ounce) can white meat chicken
3 -4 slices deli ham
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
¾ cup cheddar cheese, shreaded sharp (Kraft's 2% is good!)
0.5 (10 ounce) can low-fat cream of celery soup (freeze the rest for later!)
2 tablespoons skim milk
½ teaspoon dill
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
salt & pepper
3 tablespoons breadcrumbs

1
Heat oven to 350
2
Pour oil in a large skillet and heat over med-high heat.
3
Drain chicken from can and add to heated oil.
4
Tear apart ham (bitesize pieces) and add to skillet.
5
Keep stirring chicken/ham mixture around in skillet until chicken is slightly browned and there should be no oil left - it should all be absorbed.
6
(appx 5 minutes total).
7
Transfer chicken/ham mixture from skillet to a 9x9 (or close to 9x9) baking dish, add 1/2 cup of cheese, and set aside.
8
Return skillet to stove and turn heat down to medium.
9
Pour in the cream of celery soup and gradually add milk and stir to make smooth.
10
Keep it bubbling for about a minute then turn down to low.
11
Add dill, garlic, onion, nutmeg, and salt & pepper to soup mixture and stir until blended.
12
Pour soup mixture over chicken/ham/cheese mixture and gently stir until everything is covered.
13
Sprinkle bread crumbs on top then sprinkle on the remainder (1/4 cup) of the cheese.
14
I usually then sprinkle on some more dill and black pepper but it's just for presentation.
15
Bake at 350 for about 20 minutes.

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* 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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (8 ounce) can white meat chicken, 3 -4 slices deli ham, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, ¾ cup cheddar cheese, shreaded sharp (Kraft's 2% is good!), and more.

Yes, Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole - Easy/Healthy Version for Two 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 - Easy/Healthy Version for Two

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Variations & substitutions

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