Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
This Chicken Cordon Bleu is a quick, easy, and comforting dinner made with juicy chicken, savory ham, baked melted cheese, and a rich, creamy sauce. It’s a kid-friendly meal that feels special enough for any night of the week without the extra work. Plus, it makes great leftovers, so you can enjoy a delicious meal again the next day.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt (divided)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (divided)
- 1 tbsp butter (plus 2 tsp., melted, divided, plus more for casserole dish)
- 1/4 cup ham (diced)
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1/2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- pinch cayenne
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup swiss cheese (grated & divided)
- 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese (grated & divided)
- 2 tbsp breadcrumbs
Instructions
- 1.) Preheat the oven to 375°. Butter a 9-by-13-inch casserole dish.
- 2.) Season the chicken cutlets evenly with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- 3.) Heat a large skillet over medium heat; add 1 teaspoon butter and 4 of the chicken cutlets. Cook 2 to 3 minutes per side or until browned. (Chicken will not be cooked through the center.) Remove from the skillet and transfer to a plate. Repeat with 1 teaspoon butter and remaining chicken. (Do not wipe the skillet clean unless the butter or pan drippings have turned dark brown.)
- 4.) Add the ham to the drippings in the skillet, and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 2 min. Remove the ham from the skillet and set aside.
- 5.) Place 3 tablespoons of the butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Slowly whisk in the flour and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the milk and chicken broth, then add the cayenne, if you like. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring often, until thickened, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- 6.) Stir in the mustard and 1/2 cup each of the Swiss and mozzarella until the cheese melts. Season with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
- 7.) Combine the panko, parsley, and remaining 1 tablespoon of melted butter in a small bowl. Mix well to coat.