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Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

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Kimber Matherne

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September 17, 2017
June 13, 2023

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This easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is the easiest and tastiest way to make the flavors of Chicken Cordon Bleu on a busy weeknight.  With only a few simple ingredients you can have this prepped and in the oven in as little as 15 minutes. Tender chicken breast is layered with ham and a flavorful sauce, then topped with cheese and a crispy bread crumb topping for a subtle crunch. For as easy as this is to make, you won’t believe how delicious it is!

Lifting chicken cordon bleu casserole out of the casserole dish with a spatula. this Recipe
Contents hide
1 What’s in Chicken Cordon Bleu?
2 How to Make Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
3 Step by Step Instructions for Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
4 Recipe Tips
5 ❄️ Freezer Meal Instructions
6 How to Serve Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
7 ➕ More Easy Casserole Recipes
8 Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

What is the recipe for the perfect weeknight dinner?  Well… if you ask me it goes something like:

Easy + Delicious + Something kids will eat without complaining = Dinner Winner

This Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole recipe was born part out of inspiration and part out of necessity to get dinner on the table fast.

The great thing about this dinner is that it has the grown up flavors we know from chicken cordon bleu, all combined in one ridiculously easy to make, and super creamy and kid friendly casserole.  Since it is made in one dish, not only do you get it in the oven fast, but you also have almost no clean up at the end.

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What’s in Chicken Cordon Bleu?

A traditional Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe has a few components:

  • Chicken Breast
  • Ham
  • Swiss Cheese
  • Dijon Sauce
  • Crispy Coating

This casserole is inspired by Chicken Cordon Bleu, but it is not a strictly classic recipe.  I modified it to be something really family friendly and really quick and easy to make, so even though it isn’t the most traditional recipe, it is absolutely delicious and has been a huge hit with both our family and our guests.  I will tell you in the recipe where you can substitute ingredients to make a more traditional chicken cordon bleu casserole.

How to Make Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

Follow along here where I will talk all about how to make this chicken cordon bleu casserole in detail with all of my note, tips and tricks for the recipe.  If you are just looking for a quick version, scroll to the bottom for the recipe card.

Ingredients for making Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole Ingredients

  • Boneless, skinless, chicken breasts– This will be about 1.5 pounds.  If your chicken breasts are small you might can use 4.  If your chicken breasts are extra large, you might want to butterfly them before putting them in the casserole dish so that they cook more quickly.
  • Shaved ham- If you have a favorite brand, you can use it!  I am pretty picky about my meats so I used Boar’s Head Black Forest Ham. Make sure to use a ham that has great flavor so that it keeps the dish super flavorful. This is also a great recipe to use leftover ham. We love to make it from extras of our honey glazed ham!
  • Cream of chicken soup- I used Campbell’s 98% fat free cream of chicken soup.  You can also use the regular version.
  • Italian dressing mix- This isn’t the most traditional way to make chicken cordon bleu sauce, but it makes the dish incredibly delicious without much effort so it is a huge win for me! You can use store bought or my homemade Italian Dressing Mix here!
  • Sour cream- You can use regular or light sour cream.
  • Dijon mustard- This helps add to the traditional flavor of chicken cordon bleu
  • Provolone cheese- Classic Chicken Cordon Bleu recipes always use swiss cheese.  If you like swiss cheese, feel free to substitute it here. My kids don’t really like swiss cheese, so to make it a bit more kid friendly I went with provolone in my recipe which is mild and compliments the flavors well.
  • Panko bread crumbs- I used unseasoned, but Italian style would work well too.
  • Salt & pepper

Step by Step Instructions for Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

Process photos for how to make chicken cordon bleu casserole- 1. Lay chicken in a baking dish. 2. Cover with shaved ham. 3. mix sauce up and layer on top of the ham. 4. Finish with cheese and bread crumbs.
  1. Lay chicken breasts in the casserole dish. Season with salt and pepper if desired.
  2. Cover chicken breast with ham.
  3. Combine soup, sour cream, dijon and seasonings and layer the dijon sauce over the ham.
  4. Create the top layer with cheese and bread crumbs and bake.

Make sure to see the recipe card at the bottom of this post for full instructions on how to make Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole.

Recipe Tips

  1. Use thin chicken breasts– This will help the casserole cook more quickly and evenly. You can pound them out, butterfly them, or just buy thin style chicken breast. You can also cut it in chunks, which can be great for serving kids.
  2. Scale– You can easily double or half this recipe if you need to feed more or less people. The double recipe works in a 9×13 inch casserole dish, and a half recipe can generally fit in a 9×9 in dish.
  3. Don’t over cook– The key to keeping the chicken breast tender and juicy is to make sure not to over cook it. You want to bake the chicken casserole until the chicken just reaches 165˚F, then remove and let it rest. This will help you get the most tender, juicy and delicious chicken! The time this takes can vary depending on many things so I like to use a meat thermometer to get it perfect.
Easy Baked Chicken Cordon Bleu served on a bed of spinach.

❄️ Freezer Meal Instructions

Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole can be easily prepared as a freezer meal to make on another busy night, or give to a friend in need.

  1. Layer the chicken, ham, and dijon sauce in a casserole dish. Cover with cheese.
  2. Cover the casserole dish with foil and plastic wrap, or place in a freezer friendly container.
  3. Once ready to cook, thaw for 36-48 hours in the refrigerator.
  4. Add the bread crumbs, and cook as directed.

For the best flavor, this meal can be frozen for up to 6 months.

How to Serve Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

Once you have this super easy Chicken Cordon Blue Casserole in the oven, you will have a few minutes to whip up a side to serve with it.  Here are a few of my serving ideas:

  • Rice– Serve on a bed of your favorite rice.  I used long grain wild rice the last time I made it!
  • Potatoes– You can serve the chicken cordon bleu casserole right on a bed of mashed potatoes which is really yummy with the sauce, or with a side of smashed potatoes.
  • Pasta– Serve with a side of pasta or right on top of your favorite kind.
  • Garlic bread– Serve with a big piece of crusty garlic bread. It is perfect for soaking up all of that flavorful sauce!

Low Carb Chicken Cordon Bleu Serving Options

  • Greens– Serve it right on top of a big bed of sautéed spinach.  That is one of my favorites.  You can also serve the chicken cordon bleu casserole on other greens like kale or collard greens.
  • Green veggies– Because of the rich flavor in this dish, it goes really well with green veggies like green beans, asparagus, or brussel sprouts.
  • House Salad– This dish makes the perfect compliment to a nice green side salad.
  • Cauliflower– Serve the chicken cordon bleu casserole on a bed of cauliflower rice or with a side of roasted cauliflower. See how to make cauliflower rice here.

➕ More Easy Casserole Recipes

If you enjoyed this recipe, I really hope you will take a moment to grab a few more easy recipes for another busy night!

You can check out all of my EASY casserole recipes here, or see a few of our readers favorite recipes below.

  • Chicken Enchilada Casserole
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How to serve Chicken Cordon Bleu

Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

By: Kimber Matherne
5 from 4 votes
This family friendly Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole has everything you love about chicken cordon blue in a much quicker and easier dinner recipe.  You can have this from fridge to oven in as little as 15 minutes and it is still packed with flavor!
Prep Time: 15 minutes mins
Cook Time: 40 minutes mins
Total Time: 55 minutes mins
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Ingredients 

  • 3 chicken breasts, about 1.5 lbs
  • 1/4 lb shaved ham
  • 2 cans cream of chicken soup
  • 1 package Italian dressing mix
  • 1 cup Sour cream
  • 1 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 6 slices provolone cheese
  • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
  • Salt & pepper

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 375˚F.
  • In a medium bowl, mix the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, italian dressing mix, and dijon mustard until combined.
  • Lay the chicken breasts flat in the bottom of a large casserole dish. Divide the ham equally to the number of chicken breasts you have and lay it on top of each one. Then spread the soup mixture over the top of the entire casserole dish.
  • Lay the provolone cheese out evenly on top of the soup mixture.  Last, top the entire thing with the panko bread crumbs.
  • Bake on the middle rack of the oven for 40-50 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165˚F.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!
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Recipe Notes

To freeze this to make another night, prepare the dish through step 3 and then freeze.  When you are ready to cook, dethaw the dish and pick up on step 4 topping with cheese and bread crumbs and bake.
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Nutrition Information

Serving: 4oz chicken breast with toppings, Calories: 408kcal (20%), Carbohydrates: 16g (5%), Protein: 40g (80%), Fat: 20g (31%), Saturated Fat: 11g (69%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0g, Trans Fat: 0g, Cholesterol: 125mg (42%), Sodium: 1622mg (71%), Potassium: 0mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 4g (4%), Vitamin A: 0IU, Vitamin C: 0mg, Calcium: 0mg, Iron: 0mg

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13 responses

  1. Sav
    November 12, 2020

    Tried this last night & loved it! Only used one can of cream of chicken soup & 1/2 cup of sour cream. It turned out amazing! This will become a regular in our dinner rotation.

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  2. Tara
    November 22, 2020

    I try a lot of different recipes online and this is hands down one of the easiest and tastiest ones I’ve ever made!! WOWZERS! the only adjustments I made: my grocery store had no provolone or Italian seasoning mix by the package so I bought it in a spice jar (not sure if that’s different) and used my own judgement, and used the iatliano cheese shredded mix with mozzarella, provolone and Parmesan. Amazing.

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