Description
This Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is a comforting and easy-to-make dinner featuring tender cooked chicken, savory ham, and Swiss cheese layered with a creamy sauce and topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crust. Baked to golden perfection, it’s a delightful twist on the classic Chicken Cordon Bleu, perfect for weeknight meals or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
- 1 1/2 cups diced cooked ham
- 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
Sauce
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Topping
- 1 1/2 cups crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Garnish
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent the casserole from sticking.
- Mix the Sauce: In a large mixing bowl, combine the condensed cream of chicken soup, sour cream, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add Meats and Layer: Add the cooked chicken and diced ham to the sauce mixture and stir until all the pieces are evenly coated. Spread this mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and then sprinkle the shredded Swiss cheese over the top layer.
- Prepare Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until the crackers are evenly coated. Sprinkle this crumb mixture evenly over the cheese layer to create a crunchy topping.
- Bake and Serve: Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the topping turns a golden brown color. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken is a convenient shortcut for this recipe and works wonderfully.
- To change up the flavors, substitute Gruyère cheese or mozzarella cheese for Swiss cheese for a milder taste.
- You can assemble the casserole ahead of time and refrigerate it unbaked for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Use gluten-free crackers and cream of chicken soup to make this recipe gluten-free.
