Chicken Cordon Bleu Lasagna Recipe
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Imagine the rich, creamy decadence of Chicken Cordon Bleu—tender chicken, salty ham, and gooey Swiss cheese—layered into a hearty lasagna. Two classics collide in one unforgettable casserole, perfect for family dinners, special occasions, or anytime you want to impress.
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Why You’ll Love It
- Two favorites in one: All the flavor of Chicken Cordon Bleu, all the comfort of lasagna.
- Creamy & decadent: A velvety Parmesan sauce ties everything together.
- Layered perfection: Every bite delivers chicken, ham, Swiss, and pasta.
- Make‑ahead friendly: Assemble in advance, bake when ready.
- Crowd‑pleasing: Elegant enough for guests, simple enough for weeknights.
Chicken Cordon Bleu Lasagna
Ingredients
| Category | Ingredient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cream Sauce | Unsalted butter | 4 tbsp | Melted for roux |
| All‑purpose flour | ¼ cup | Thickens sauce | |
| Whole milk | 3 cups | Warmed | |
| Heavy cream | 1 cup | Adds richness | |
| Salt | ½ tsp | Season to taste | |
| White or black pepper | ¼ tsp | Gentle spice | |
| Nutmeg | ¼ tsp | Optional, adds depth | |
| Parmesan cheese | 1 cup | Grated | |
| Filling | Cooked chicken | 3 cups | Shredded or diced |
| Cooked ham | 2 cups | Diced or shredded | |
| Swiss cheese | 2 cups | Shredded (Gruyère optional) | |
| Lasagna | No‑boil noodles | 12 | Or cooked regular |
| Mozzarella cheese | 1½ cups | For topping | |
| Crunchy Finish | Panko breadcrumbs | ½ cup | Mixed with butter |
| Butter | 2 tbsp | Melted | |
| Parmesan cheese | ¼ cup | Grated | |
| Fresh parsley | To garnish | Chopped |
Directions
1. Make the Cream Sauce
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- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in flour; cook 1–2 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Slowly whisk in warm milk and cream; cook until thickened (3–5 minutes).
- Remove from heat; stir in salt, pepper, nutmeg, and Parmesan until smooth.
2. Preheat & Prep
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13‑inch baking dish.
3. Assemble Layers
- Spread ¾ cup cream sauce on the bottom of the dish.
- Add noodles, then ⅓ chicken, ⅓ ham, ⅓ Swiss, and ⅓ sauce.
- Repeat two more times (noodles, chicken, ham, Swiss, sauce).
- Finish with noodles, remaining sauce, and mozzarella on top.
4. Add Crunchy Topping
- Mix panko, melted butter, and Parmesan.
- Sprinkle evenly over mozzarella.
5. Bake
- Cover with foil; bake 35 minutes.
- Uncover; bake 15–20 minutes more until golden and bubbling.
6. Rest & Serve
- Let lasagna rest 15–20 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
