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With flavors like ham, Swiss cheese, Dijon mustard, and crispy panko crumbs on top, it’s no wonder why this Chicken Cordon Bleu casserole is always a hit! It’s obviously a take on one of our favorite dinner recipes – Chicken Cordon Bleu but in more simple casserole form.
You know we are ALL about easy dinners and this casserole is always a go-to. It’s easy to make, prep time is super fast, and it comes out of the oven so bubbly and cheesy, with crisp bread crumbs on top.
Like most casseroles, this one feeds a crowd, perfect for family dinners and sharing.
Why we think you’ll love it:
- Easy dinner recipe. This is a no-fuss dinner with a quick prep, perfect for busy nights.
- Classic flavors. Enjoy all of the classic chicken cordon bleu flavors but in an easy casserole! It’s so creamy and delicious with the perfect crispy topping.
- Make a freezer meal. This casserole is great for making ahead of time and for freezing – which means it’s great for sharing.
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole Ingredients and Substitutions
- 1 (8-ounce) package wide egg noodles
- 2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast – use leftover chicken, Baked Chicken, or a rotisserie chicken
- 8 ounces cooked ham, cubed – leftover Honey Glazed Ham, cubed ham from the grocery deli, or a package of cubed ham
- 8 ounces swiss cheese, cubed – Swiss is a cordon blue signature but you can include cheddar, gouda, pepper jack, or mozzarella.
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup 2% or whole milk
- ½ cup light sour cream – or Greek yogurt
- garlic pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ⅓ cup garlic and herb bread crumbs – or use panko crumbs
- ⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese
- optional veggies – add green veggies such as broccoli florets, green beans, or peas
How to Make Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
- PREP. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish and set aside.
- PASTA. In a large pot over medium-high heat, bring water to a boil. Add egg noodles and cook for 8 minutes. Remove from heat and drain water from the pasta.
- COMBINE. In a large bowl, add the cooked egg noodles, chopped chicken, cooked cubed ham, cubed Swiss cheese, cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, and some garlic pepper. Mix and combine and pour into the prepared baking dish.
- In a small skillet over medium heat, add butter, bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese. Cook until combined, coated, and lightly toasted (about 3 minutes). Sprinkle this over the casserole.
- BAKE. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is fully cooked through.
Slow Cooker Directions
Follow the directions as written in the recipe except put it in a slow cooker instead of a baking dish. Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 3-4 hours.
Toast the breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese in a skillet as directed and sprinkle it over the casserole in the slow cooker.
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 (8 ounce) package wide egg noodles
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast
- 8 ounces cooked ham, cubed
- 8 ounces Swiss cheese, cubed
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup 2% milk, or whole milk
- ½ cup light sour cream
- garlic pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ⅓ cup garlic and herb bread crumbs
- ⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish and set aside.
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, bring water to a boil. Add egg noodles and cook for 8 minutes. Remove from heat and drain water from the pasta.
- In a large bowl, add egg noodles, chicken, ham, cheese, cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, and garlic pepper. Mix to combine and pour into the prepared baking dish.
- In a small skillet over medium heat, add butter, bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Cook until combined, coated and lightly toasted (about 3 minutes). Sprinkle this over the casserole.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is fully cooked through.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
Prepare casserole according to recipe instructions except for the bread crumbs. Wrap the dish with plastic wrap then again with aluminum foil. Label and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight. Add bread crumb topping and bake according to recipe instructions.
Store leftovers in an airtight container(s) in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for 6-8 weeks.
Complete The Meal
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Baked Parmesan Asparagus
25 mins
Pesto Salad Dressing
5 mins
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This recipe was originally published March 2017.
Very tasty; my family has enjoyed it several times. But I think your prep time estimation is way off even if you don’t include the chicken shredding, topping mixing and sauce preparation. 5 minutes is not at all accurate. So I do remember to allow more time. 😉
Thanks for the feedback! I’m so glad you family enjoys the recipe!
This is the only recipe I use for cordon bleu..when you have a hit with your toddlers you keep doing the same thing over and over again:)
Absolutely you do! 😉 So glad you all enjoy the recipe!
This has quickly become a favorite in my family. I make it exactly as is (I typically use pre-cooked slow cooker chicken) and it comes out delectable every time. This is one of the few dishes that even my picky toddlers eat up. Excellent dish!
Yay!! That makes me so happy to hear! I’m glad it’s a hit for your family.
When you Use the stuffing instead of the bread cruMbs do you need to miX it with butter or just put the stuffing on tOp and bake?
I personally would just sprinkle the stuffing on top. I haven’t tried mixing it with butter, but that would also work, too 🙂
Will adding broccoli work with this recipe
It sure would 🙂 Enjoy!!
Can ritz crackers be used insread of BREADCRUMBs, if so how much?
Yes, and I would use the same amount 🙂
i JUST MADE THIS TONIGHT. IT WAS DELICIOUS!! i DID FIND THE SAUCE MIXTURE TO RUNNY FOR ME THOUGH. i INCREASED THE FLOUR AND ADDED MORE HONEY DIJON AND LEMON. oNCE THICKENED i USED THAT. 3 of us almost ate the entire casserole tonight. Good COMFORT DISH!!
Thank you for letting me know!
I am getting ready to make 10 batches of this recipe for a party tonight. I purchased all the ingredients, but now see that while the list of ingredients has paprika, the instructions refer to smoked paprika. is smoked paprika correct? If so, I will make a fast trip to the store. I want to make it correctly. Thanks!
Regular paprika works just as great 🙂 Have fun & hope everyone likes it!
My Family loved this recipe! Adding it to our recipe rotation!
This was a major hit with the family!