Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole Recipe
This comforting Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole combines tender rotisserie chicken, creamy sauce, and Swiss cheese baked to golden perfection with a crispy Parmesan and panko breadcrumb topping. It’s an easy, family-friendly one-dish meal perfect for weeknights or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 1 lb cavatappi pasta
Sauce
- 2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups half & half
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt (e.g., Lawry’s)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded Swiss cheese
- 2 cups rotisserie chicken, diced
Topping
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup plain panko bread crumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cavatappi pasta and cook according to the package instructions, usually 7-8 minutes, until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, half & half, Dijon mustard, chopped fresh parsley, seasoned salt, and black pepper. Whisk thoroughly to create a smooth, creamy sauce.
- Assemble the casserole: Add the shredded Swiss cheese, diced rotisserie chicken, and cooked pasta to the sauce mixture. Stir everything until evenly combined. Transfer this mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread into an even layer.
- Prepare the topping: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with the panko bread crumbs and grated Parmesan cheese until the crumbs are fully coated with butter. Sprinkle this evenly over the casserole’s surface.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot, bubbly, and the topping is golden brown and crisp.
- Serve: Allow the casserole to cool slightly for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired, then serve warm and enjoy your hearty Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and flavorful protein option.
- For a lower-fat version, substitute half & half with milk and reduce cheese slightly.
- Fresh parsley adds brightness, but dried parsley can be used if needed.
- Ensure pasta is al dente to avoid mushy casserole texture.
- Panko bread crumbs provide a nice crunchy topping, but regular bread crumbs may be substituted.
Keywords: Chicken Cordon Bleu, casserole, baked pasta, Swiss cheese casserole, comfort food, easy dinner, rotisserie chicken recipe
