This chicken cordon bleu casserole recipe is the shortcut special occasion dinner of your dreams.
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole Ingredients
These are the ingredients you’ll need to make this chicken cordon bleu recipe:
- Noodles: This chicken cordon bleu casserole recipe starts with a package of wide egg noodles.
- Chicken and ham: You’ll need cooked, cubed chicken and cooked, cubed ham. This is a great use for leftover meat, if you have it.
- Cheese: Melt Swiss cheese alongside the chicken and ham in the casserole. Parmesan cheese is essential for the crispy topping.
- Soup: The creamy sauce starts with a can of reduced-fat, reduced-sodium cream of chicken soup. Of course, you can make your own cream of chicken soup at home.
- Milk and sour cream: Finish the creamy sauce with equal parts 2% milk and sour cream.
- Butter: Cook the bread crumbs and Parmesan in hot butter.
- Bread crumbs: Use store-bought seasoned bread crumbs or make your own at home.
How to Make Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
You’ll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make chicken cordon bleu casserole:
- Boil and drain the noodles, then transfer to a prepared casserole dish.
- Top the noodles with chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese.
- Combine the soup, milk, and sour cream in a bowl, then spoon over the noodle mixture.
- Make the topping and sprinkle it over the casserole.
- Bake until the casserole is bubbling and lightly browned.
What to Serve With Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
Pair the chicken cordon bleu casserole with something green to give your plate a pop of color. For instance:
How to Store Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
Store your leftover chicken cordon bleu casserole in an airtight casserole in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Can You Freeze Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole?
Yes, but it’s best to freeze before baking. Assemble the casserole, wrap it tightly in storage wrap and aluminum foil, then freeze for up to three months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and bake according to the recipe.
Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise
“This was so easy to make and was a big hit with my family…instantly became a family favorite,” raves Rebecca Meissler.
“After the first bite, the family proclaimed that this recipe was a keeper,” says Victory4Kids. “I did mix the chicken, ham, and cheese in with the sauce. It was so creamy and cheesy!”
Editorial contributions by Corey Williams
Ingredients
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1 (8 ounce) package wide egg noodles
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2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
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8 ounces cooked ham, cubed
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8 ounces Swiss cheese, cubed
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1 (10.5 ounce) can reduced-fat, reduced-sodium cream of chicken soup
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1/2 cup 2% milk
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1/2 cup light sour cream
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2 tablespoons butter
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1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
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Gather all ingredients.
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
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Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook egg noodles in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 7 to 9 minutes. Drain and transfer noodles to the prepared casserole dish.
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Top noodles with chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese.
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Mix together condensed soup, milk, and sour cream in a medium bowl until combined; spoon over noodle mixture in the casserole dish.
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Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese in hot butter until crumbs are well coated, 2 to 3 minutes. Sprinkle over casserole.
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Bake in the preheated oven until casserole is bubbling and lightly browned, about 30 minutes.
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Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
455 | Calories |
24g | Fat |
30g | Carbs |
30g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 455 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 24g | 30% |
Saturated Fat 12g | 60% |
Cholesterol 110mg | 37% |
Sodium 687mg | 30% |
Total Carbohydrate 30g | 11% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 5% |
Total Sugars 3g | |
Protein 30g | 59% |
Vitamin C 10mg | 11% |
Calcium 311mg | 24% |
Iron 2mg | 11% |
Potassium 411mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.