Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole with a Crunchy Topping 🧀🥓🍗
1️⃣ Preheat & Prepare the Baking Dish
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
2️⃣ Mix the Creamy Casserole Filling
- In a large bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, milk, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Stir in the shredded chicken, chopped ham, and Swiss cheese until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
3️⃣ Make the Crunchy Topping
- In a small bowl, mix Panko breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers) with melted butter and dried parsley.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the casserole.
4️⃣ Bake to Golden Perfection
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
🍽️ How to Serve This Delicious Casserole
✔ With a Side Salad – A fresh green salad balances out the richness! 🥗
✔ Over Pasta or Rice – Serve over cooked rice or noodles for a heartier meal! 🍚🍝
✔ With Roasted Veggies – Pairs well with roasted asparagus, broccoli, or carrots! 🥦🥕
🛠️ Storage & Reheating Tips
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: Warm in the oven at 350°F for 10–15 minutes or in the microwave.
- Freeze: Assemble the casserole, cover tightly, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before baking.
💖 Why You’ll LOVE This Recipe!
✔ Super Easy & Quick – No rolling, no fuss, just mix and bake! ⏳
✔ Rich, Creamy & Cheesy – Classic Cordon Bleu flavors in every bite! 🧀
✔ Crispy, Buttery Topping – Adds the perfect crunch! 🥖
✔ Great for Meal Prep – Freezes and reheats beautifully! ❄️
This Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor—a family-favorite dinner that’s easier than ever! Try it tonight and let me know what you think! 🍗🧀✨
💬 What’s your favorite way to enjoy Chicken Cordon Bleu? Drop a comment below! ⬇️🔥