Description
A comforting and delicious casserole that combines the classic flavors of chicken, ham, and cheese with a creamy sauce and crispy topping, perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cavatappi pasta
- 2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups half & half
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups shredded Swiss cheese
- 2 cups rotisserie chicken, diced
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup plain panko bread crumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Start by boiling a large pot of water. Add the cavatappi pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions until al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside.
- Prepare the Sauce Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, half & half, and Dijon mustard. Stir well to mix the ingredients together evenly. Then, add the chopped parsley, seasoned salt, and black pepper. Make sure everything is well combined.
- Combine with Chicken and Cheese: Now, it’s time to add flavor. Add the shredded Swiss cheese and diced rotisserie chicken to the sauce mixture. Gently stir everything together until well combined.
- Assemble the Casserole: Take a greased baking dish and pour in the cooked cavatappi pasta. Then, carefully spread the creamy chicken and cheese mixture over the pasta, making sure to evenly distribute it.
- Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with the plain panko bread crumbs and grated Parmesan cheese. This will create a crunchy topping. Once well combined, sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
- Let it Rest: Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven. Allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes before serving. This resting time helps the flavors meld and makes it easier to serve.
Notes
You can enhance the nutritional value by adding vegetables such as spinach or broccoli. Experiment with different cheeses for varied flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chicken Cordon Bleu, Casserole, Comfort Food, Family Dinner, Easy Recipe