Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole with Crunchy Topping

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken Mixture

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped ham, and shredded Swiss cheese. Mixing these ingredients first ensures that the meat and cheese are evenly distributed throughout the casserole.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, milk, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth. This creates a creamy, flavorful base that will coat the chicken and ham perfectly.
4. Pour the soup mixture over the chicken and ham, then stir until everything is thoroughly coated. Make sure each piece of chicken is surrounded by the creamy sauce for maximum flavor and moisture.

Assemble the Casserole

5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to ensure consistent cooking and even browning on top.
6. In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with the melted butter, stirring until all the crumbs are evenly coated. This step gives the topping a golden, crispy finish that complements the creamy casserole beneath.
7. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole, covering all the chicken and ham layers.
   

   Bake and Serve