Chicken Cordon Bleu Lasagna
📝 Description
All the flavors of classic Chicken Cordon Bleu—tender chicken, smoky ham, and melted cheese—layered into a creamy, comforting lasagna. It’s indulgent, cheesy, and perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
🛒 Ingredients
Main Layers
9–12 lasagna noodles (cooked)
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
1 ½ cups cooked ham, diced
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Cream Sauce
4 tbsp butter
4 tbsp all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
1 cup chicken broth
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp mustard (Dijon preferred)
Salt & black pepper to taste
Topping
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup breadcrumbs (optional, for crunch)
1 tbsp melted butter
👩🍳 Instructions
- Cook the Noodles
Boil lasagna noodles according to package instructions.
Drain and set aside. - Make the Cream Sauce
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes.
Gradually whisk in milk and chicken broth.
Cook until thick and smooth.
Add garlic powder, onion powder, mustard, salt, and pepper.
Remove from heat. - Assemble the Lasagna
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Spread a thin layer of sauce in a baking dish.
Add a layer of noodles.
Top with chicken, ham, Swiss cheese, and sauce.
Repeat layers (usually 3 layers total).
Finish with sauce and mozzarella on top. - Add Topping
Mix breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the top.
Add Parmesan cheese. - Bake
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes until bubbly and golden. - Rest & Serve
Let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Pair with a fresh green salad 🥗
Serve with garlic bread 🥖
Add steamed vegetables for balance
💡 Tips for Success
Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
Don’t skip resting time—it helps layers set.
Add a pinch of paprika for extra flavor.
Swap Swiss with Gruyère for a richer taste.
🥗 Nutritional Note
High in protein 🍗
Rich and creamy—best for occasional indulgence
⭐ Conclusion
This Chicken Cordon Bleu Lasagna is comfort food at its finest—creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that combines two classics into one unforgettable dish.