Name: Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 Servings
Cuisine: American

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Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

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Instructions

In a skillet with high sides, melt butter over medium-high heat, saute onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and saute for 30 seconds more.

Stir in chicken and ham until warmed through.

Add milk, cream cheese and mustard, stirring until the sauce becomes creamy.

Add the pasta and cheese to the skillet.

Season with salt, pepper and cayenne to taste.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Pound Chicken Evenly 🔨
Pound chicken breasts to uniform ¼-inch thickness to ensure even cooking and proper rolling with ham and cheese filling without tearing.
Toast Panko Before Topping 🥘
Toss panko crumbs in melted butter and broil separately for 2-3 minutes before adding to the casserole for superior golden crunch and texture.
Layer Strategically for Flavor 🧅
Sauté garlic and onion until golden before adding to the cream sauce base to develop deep, complex flavors that elevate the entire dish.
Reserve Pasta Cooking Water 💧
Save 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining to adjust the cream sauce consistency and help it coat ingredients evenly without becoming too thick.
Undercook Pasta by One Minute ⏱️
Cook penne 1 minute under al dente since it continues cooking in the oven, preventing mushy texture in the final casserole.

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