Description
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is the ultimate comfort food packed with creamy cheese sauce, tender chicken, savory ham, and perfectly cooked pasta topped with a crispy buttery crunch. This easy dinner recipe transforms the classic chicken cordon bleu into a cozy baked casserole that’s ideal for busy weeknights, family dinners, potlucks, and meal prep. With layers of melted Swiss cheese, rich cream sauce, and golden topping, this casserole delivers restaurant-quality flavor in a simple homemade dish everyone will love. Perfect for quick dinner ideas, comfort food cravings, and easy casserole recipes, this creamy baked pasta dish comes together with simple ingredients and delivers satisfying flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
12 ounces rotini pasta
3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
2 cups diced ham
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup crushed buttery crackers or panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons melted butter
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and whisk in the flour. Cook for 1 minute.
4. Slowly pour in the milk and heavy cream while whisking continuously until smooth.
5. Stir in Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
6. Reduce heat to low and add Swiss cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted and creamy.
7. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, chicken, and diced ham.
8. Pour the cheese sauce over the mixture and stir until evenly coated.
9. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
10. In a small bowl, combine crushed crackers, melted butter, Parmesan cheese, and parsley.
11. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the casserole.
12. Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
13. Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
14. Garnish with additional parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Use freshly shredded cheese for the smoothest and creamiest sauce texture.
Cook the pasta only until al dente to prevent it from becoming mushy during baking.
Allow the casserole to rest before serving so the sauce thickens properly and the slices hold together better.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
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