Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu (Print Version)
Shredded chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese baked under a crunchy golden topping for a cozy meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Main
01 -
3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
02 -
8 slices ham, chopped
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1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
→ Sauce
04 -
1 cup cream of chicken soup
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1/2 cup whole milk
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Topping
10 -
1 cup breadcrumbs
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2 tablespoons butter, melted
→ Finish
12 -
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken, chopped ham, and shredded Swiss cheese until evenly distributed.
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Whisk together cream of chicken soup, whole milk, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground black pepper in a separate bowl until smooth and well blended.
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Pour the sauce over the chicken, ham, and cheese mixture, stirring until thoroughly coated. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
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In a small bowl, toss breadcrumbs with melted butter until crumbs are evenly moistened.
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Evenly sprinkle the buttered breadcrumbs over the casserole. Bake in the oven for 30 to 35 minutes, until the top is golden and the dish is bubbling.
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Remove from oven and let rest for several minutes. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
# Notes:
01 -
Allow the casserole to stand for 5 minutes after baking for cleaner slices and enhanced flavor.