Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta Bake
This cordon bleu-inspired creamy pasta bake is an instant family favorite!
Servings:12 servings
Ingredients
- 12 ounces bowtie pasta, cooked according to package instructions
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- ¼ cup flour
- 2 cups half and half , OR heavy cream
- 4 slices swiss cheese, (or grated)
- ⅔ cup parmesan cheese , (shaved or grated), divided
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 3-4 thick slices of ham, chopped into 1 inch squares
- 2 cups chopped or shredded cooked chicken , (rotisserie chicken would work fine)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs, (Italian seasoned OR plain + 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning)
Instructions
- In a medium sauce pan melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and saute 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add flour and stir until it clumps up.
- Gradually whisk in half and half (or heavy cream) 1/2 cup at a time until all milk is incorporated and mixture is smooth.
- Add swiss cheese, 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, onion powder, salt, pepper, and dijon mustard. Stir until smooth.
- In a large bowl combine cooked pasta, chopped chicken, chopped ham, and the sauce. Mix until well combined. Transfer mixture to a casserole dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs.
- Bake at 400 for 15-20 minutes until breadcrumbs are browned. Serve warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 15393 kcal, Carbohydrates: 87 g, Protein: 1340 g, Fat: 1036 g, Saturated Fat: 375 g, Cholesterol: 3845 mg, Sodium: 72334 mg, Potassium: 17758 mg, Fiber: 4 g, Sugar: 4 g, Vitamin A: 749 IU, Vitamin C: 2 mg, Calcium: 949 mg, Iron: 56 mg