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Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

This Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is a comforting and creamy pasta dish loaded with shredded rotisserie chicken, Swiss and Parmesan cheeses, and a crispy Ritz cracker topping. Combining tender rotini pasta with a rich garlic-flour half-and-half sauce and a touch of Dijon mustard, this casserole offers the classic flavors of chicken cordon bleu in an easy baked form. Perfect for a cozy family meal, it requires just 50 minutes and serves 8.

Ingredients

Pasta and Chicken

  • 16 oz. rotini pasta
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken

Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tablespoons flour
  • 32 ounces half and half
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 8 ounces shredded Swiss cheese, divided
  • 4 ounces shredded Parmesan cheese
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Fresh cracked pepper, to taste

Topping

  • 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
  • Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the casserole later.
  2. Cook Pasta: Boil the rotini pasta according to package directions, cooking just until al dente for perfect texture.
  3. Make Sauce Base: While pasta cooks, melt butter in a large sauté pan over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and flour, stirring constantly for about one minute to create a flavorful roux.
  4. Add Liquid and Season: Slowly whisk in the half and half along with Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens but does not boil or simmer.
  5. Melt Cheeses: Stir in half of the shredded Swiss cheese and all of the Parmesan cheese into the sauce until melted and creamy.
  6. Combine Pasta and Chicken: Add the cooked pasta and shredded rotisserie chicken into the sauce. Toss well to evenly coat everything, warming through. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Assemble Casserole: Transfer the mixture to a 9×13-inch oven-safe baking dish or an enameled cast iron pan. Spread the remaining Swiss cheese over the top evenly.
  8. Bake: Cover the dish and bake at 350°F for 5-10 minutes until the cheese melts and the casserole is heated through.
  9. Add Crunchy Topping: Sprinkle the crushed Ritz crackers on top and place under the broiler for 1-2 minutes until the crackers turn golden brown and crispy.
  10. Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and serve immediately for a delicious classic-inspired meal.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and extra flavor, but cooked chicken breasts can also be used.
  • Be careful not to let the sauce boil to prevent curdling and maintain creaminess.
  • The cracker topping can be substituted with panko breadcrumbs for a different texture.
  • Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
  • For a lower-calorie option, substitute half and half with whole milk and reduce cheese quantity slightly.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/chicken-cordon-bleu-casserole-recipe/