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Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole Easy Comfort Food
Emily

Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

A comforting casserole twist on the classic chicken cordon bleu — creamy pasta with tender chicken, Dijon mustard, and Swiss cheese, all topped with a golden, buttery breadcrumb crust.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb cavatappi pasta
  • 2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of chicken soup
  • 2 cups half & half
  • 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp seasoned salt (e.g., Lawry’s)
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 3 cups shredded Swiss cheese
  • 2 cups rotisserie chicken, diced
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • ¾ cup plain panko bread crumbs
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch casserole dish
  • Colander
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mixing spoon or spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray and set it aside.
  2. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the cavatappi pasta according to the package directions (about 7-8 minutes) until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, half & half, Dijon mustard, chopped parsley, seasoned salt, and black pepper. Stir well to create a creamy mixture.
  4. Add the shredded Swiss cheese, diced rotisserie chicken, and cooked pasta to the bowl with the sauce. Stir everything together until all ingredients are well incorporated. Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
  5. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, panko bread crumbs, and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the bread crumbs are coated with the butter. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
  6. Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
  7. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes, then garnish with extra parsley if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

For a richer flavor, add chopped ham to the casserole mixture. You can also use heavy cream instead of half & half for extra creaminess. Leftovers reheat well in the oven at 350°F for 15 minutes.