Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Base Layer

01 - 5 cups shredded chicken
02 - 9 ounces sliced black forest ham, cut into strips
03 - 8 ounces sliced Swiss cheese

→ Sauce

04 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
05 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - ½ teaspoon salt
09 - ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
10 - ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
11 - 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
12 - 3 cups whole milk

→ Topping

13 - 1½ cups Panko breadcrumbs
14 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
15 - Chopped parsley (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray 9x13-inch casserole dish with nonstick spray
02 - Layer shredded chicken, ham strips, and Swiss cheese in dish
03 - Melt butter, add seasonings, whisk in flour. Gradually add milk until thickened, about 4 minutes
04 - Pour sauce over cheese. Mix Panko with softened butter, spread over top
05 - Bake uncovered 30-40 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let rest 5 minutes before serving

# Notes:

01 - Allow casserole to rest for proper sauce setting. Ensure Panko topping gets golden brown for best texture

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