Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
A delicious twist on the classic Chicken Cordon Bleu, this casserole features rotisserie chicken, savory deli ham, and creamy cheeses, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 5 cups rotisserie chicken Shredded
- 8 ounces deli ham Chopped into small pieces
- 1 cup Swiss cheese Shredded
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Melted
- 1.5 cups panko bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1.33 cups milk
- 0.67 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese Shredded
- 0.5 cup Swiss cheese Shredded
- 0.33 cup fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper To taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 3-quart baking dish with pan spray.
- Spread the shredded rotisserie chicken in the bottom of the pan. Sprinkle the chopped deli ham evenly over the chicken.
- In a small bowl, stir together melted butter, panko bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, and salt. Set aside.
Lemon Cream Sauce
- Melt 6 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and whisk. Cook for about 2 minutes.
- Slowly whisk in chicken broth, heavy cream, milk, and Dijon mustard. Whisk until smooth and thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and Swiss cheese until melted. Add lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste.
Assembly and Baking
- Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken and ham. Top with shredded Swiss cheese, then the panko mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbling and the bread crumbs are golden brown.
- Top with chopped parsley and hollandaise if desired.
Notes
Use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken for a quicker prep time. Adjust seasoning to taste. Broil for a few minutes for a crispy topping. Can be customized with different meats or cheeses.