Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole with Pasta—a delightful blend of crispy chicken, gooey Swiss cheese, and savory ham enveloped in tender pasta. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, bringing together rich flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz thinly sliced deli ham
- 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
- 8 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large casserole dish.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté cubed chicken until browned (7-10 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in diced ham and half of the Swiss cheese until melted.
- In a bowl, mix heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Combine cooked pasta and chicken mixture in the casserole dish; pour sauce over the top and sprinkle remaining cheese.
- Add breadcrumbs on top for crunch.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 115mg