– 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
– 2 cups cooked ham, diced
– 2 cups Swiss cheese, shredded
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably seasoned)
– 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
– 1 cup milk
– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– ½ teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Creating Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is simple, and the steps below will guide you through the process:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or a bit of oil.
3. Mix Chicken and Ham: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken and diced ham.
4. Add Cheese: Stir in one cup of Swiss cheese, reserving one cup for topping later.
5. Prepare Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, milk, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
6. Combine Mixtures: Pour the soup mixture over the chicken and ham, stirring until everything is evenly coated.
7. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
8. Top with Breadcrumbs: Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the casserole.
9. Add Remaining Cheese: Top with the remaining cup of Swiss cheese for a deliciously gooey finish.
10. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
11. Garnish and Cool: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. If desired, sprinkle fresh parsley on top for a touch of color.
Following these steps will lead you to a delightful Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole that smell divine and looks just as appealing!