Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
If you like chicken cordon bleu, you should try this casserole version! Made with ham, chicken, Swiss and Parmesan cheeses, and a buttery breadcrumb topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup (3 ounces) Swiss cheese, or Gruyère cheese
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup diced ham
- 3 cups chopped chicken
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs, or panko
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Baking Dish: Heat the oven to 350 F and grease a 1 1/2-quart casserole.
- Make the Sauce: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and mustard and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Gradually add the milk, whisking and cooking until the mixture begins to thicken. Stir in the Swiss or Gruyère cheese and 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese; stir until melted. Add the lemon juice; taste and season the sauce with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the Casserole: Arrange the chicken and ham in the bottom of the casserole.
- Add the Sauce and Crumbs: Pour the sauce over the meat. Combine the breadcrumbs with 2 tablespoons of melted butter and the remaining 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan. Sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25 to 35 minutes, until the topping is browned and the casserole is bubbling. Remove the casserole to a rack and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve: Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables. Enjoy!
Find it online: https://classic-recipes.com/chicken-cordon-bleu-casserole/