Description
This Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is a creamy, cheesy comfort dish combining shredded chicken, turkey slices, Swiss cheese, and a creamy Dijon mustard sauce, topped with crunchy breadcrumbs and baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a hearty family meal ready in under an hour.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cooked turkey or chicken slices, chopped
Dairy
- 1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
Other
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 can (about 10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Mix the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, chopped turkey or chicken slices, shredded Swiss cheese, and Dijon mustard. Stir well to blend all ingredients evenly.
- Add Soup and Season: Add the cream of chicken soup to the mixture and season with salt and pepper to your preference. Stir the mixture thoroughly until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the combined chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish. Evenly spread the breadcrumbs across the top to create a crunchy topping.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top turns golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges, indicating it is heated through.
- Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool slightly for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy a creamy, cheesy, comforting meal!
Notes
- Use cooked leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Swiss cheese can be substituted with Gruyère or mozzarella for variation.
- Breadcrumbs can be mixed with a little melted butter for an extra crispy topping.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to taste.
- This casserole can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking.
