Chicken Cordon Bleu Lasagna

Chicken Cordon Bleu Lasagna

🐔🧀 Chicken Cordon Bleu Lasagna — Layers of Love, Cheese, and Comfort

Layer upon layer of creamy Swiss sauce, tender chicken, and savory ham all snuggled between pasta sheets — this is comfort food dressed to impress.

 

This Chicken Cordon Bleu Lasagna is the ultimate comfort‑meets‑fancy dinner. It’s got all the flavors you love from the classic — juicy chicken, smoky ham, and melty Swiss — but instead of fiddling with breading and frying, we’re layering it all up in a creamy, cheesy lasagna that bakes to bubbly perfection.

It’s:

• Ridiculously satisfying — every bite is creamy, cheesy, and savory.
• Perfect for feeding a crowd — or for making Sunday dinner feel special.
• A make‑ahead dream — assemble it earlier, bake when ready.

💬 Reader prompt: Are you a “crispy breadcrumb top” person or a “more cheese, please” kind of lasagna lover?

When I was dating my husband, we went to a fancy restaurant for a date (it was fancy for us, lol). Chicken Cordon Bleu has always been one of my favorite dishes. My hubby told me to order whatever I wanted, and yes, they had Chicken Cordon Bleu on the menu. Just so you know, this wasn’t a first date and actually we had decided to get married at this point.

I ordered my favorite dish and loved every minute! I learned later that my hubby only had a certain amount of money in his wallet and he was worried the whole time that he wasn’t going to have enough to cover the bill. I feel so bad now because I never knew!

With that being said, I totally love this dish! Lasagna has always been a family favorite, so to combine my favorites is like a dream come true!

 

Chicken Cordon Bleu Lasagna

 

Chicken Cordon Bleu Lasagna

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Ingredients

• 1 (10 ounces) package lasagna noodles (about 12 noodles)
• 1 stick of butter
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese, divided
• 1 cup milk
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 1/2 cups rotisserie chicken, diced
• 8 ounces deli ham, chopped
• 1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs
• Cooking spray

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees .

2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook lasagna noodles in the boiling water until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain.

3. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and let simmer for a couple of minutes. Stir in cream cheese into hot butter until it begins to melt, about 5 minutes. It might look strange here! Don't worry. Season with salt, onion powder, and black pepper. Whisk milk gradually into cream cheese and then the whipping cream until smooth; make sure to do it slowly. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of Swiss cheese.

4. Bring the sauce to a simmer, whisking continually until cheese has melted and sauce has thickened, about 5 to 10 minutes. Remove mixture from heat.

5. Spread a thin layer of cheese sauce onto the bottom of a 9x9-inch baking dish.

6. Arrange 1/3 of the lasagna noodles over the sauce (3 noodles for me). You can tear them to fit as needed. Spread half the cooked chicken and half the ham over the noodles. Pour 1 cup sauce over chicken and ham. Repeat layers starting with half the remaining lasagna noodles, remaining chicken, remaining ham, and 1 more cup of cheese sauce. Finish by layering remaining lasagna noodles, remaining sauce, remaining 1/2 cup Swiss cheese, and bread crumbs; sprinkle top with Italian seasoning. Cover dish tightly with aluminum foil.

7. Bake in the preheated oven until casserole is bubbling, about 25 minutes. Remove foil and spray top with cooking spray, and continue to bake until crumbs are browned, about 10 more minutes. Let casserole stand 10 minutes before serving.

🔢 Calorie Count (Per Serving — Serves 8)

• Calories: ~560
• Protein: 31g
• Carbs: 32g
• Fat: 33g
• Sugar: 4g

📊 Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

\*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Chicken Cordon Bleu Lasagna

👩‍🍳 Cooking Tips for Lasagna Love

• Don’t overcook the noodles — they’ll soften more in the oven.
• Shred your own cheese — it melts creamier than pre‑shredded.
• Let it rest — 10 minutes after baking helps it slice neatly.
• Breadcrumb boost — mix bread crumbs with a little melted butter for extra crunch.
• Make ahead — assemble up to a day in advance, refrigerate, and bake when ready.

💬 Reader prompt: Do you like your lasagna layers neat and tidy or a little messy and saucy?

🎨 Recipe Variations

• Spinach Layer — add sautéed spinach between layers for color and nutrients.
• Mushroom Magic — stir in sautéed mushrooms with the chicken.
• Extra Cheesy — add mozzarella between layers for extra gooeyness.
• Gluten‑Free — use gluten‑free lasagna noodles and bread crumbs.
• Low‑Carb — swap noodles for thin zucchini slices.

🧒 Kid Tips

• Keep garlic mild if your kids are sensitive to strong flavors.
• Let them sprinkle the bread crumbs — they’ll feel like mini chefs.
• Serve with a side of fruit or simple salad for balance.
• Cut into smaller squares for little hands.

💬 Reader prompt: Parents — do your kids go for the cheesy top first or the filling?

🛒 Grocery Hacks

• Rotisserie chicken — a huge time‑saver; shred and freeze portions.
• Swiss cheese — buy in blocks; shred yourself for better melt.
• Bread crumbs — make your own from stale bread.
• Cream cheese — stock up when on sale; it freezes well

📣 Reader’s Challenge: #CordonBleuLasagnaSquad

Here’s your mission:

1. Make this Chicken Cordon Bleu Lasagna.
2. Put your own spin on it — maybe a veggie layer, a different cheese, or a fun garnish.
3. Snap a photo and post with #CordonBleuLasagnaSquad.
4. I’ll feature my favorites in an upcoming Friday Favorites post!

♻️ Leftover Remix

• Lasagna Roll‑Ups — slice and roll individual portions for lunchboxes.
• Stuffed Peppers — spoon into halved bell peppers and bake.
• Cheesy Quesadillas — sandwich between tortillas and grill.
• Soup Stir‑In — chop and add to creamy chicken soup.
• Breakfast Bake — top with a fried egg for a decadent brunch.

💭 Final Thoughts

This lasagna is proof that comfort food can be elegant without being fussy. It’s creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor — the kind of dish that makes people linger at the table for “just one more bite.” Plus, it’s endlessly adaptable, so you can make it your own every time.

💬 Reader prompt: If you could turn any classic dish into a lasagna, what would it be?

Some dinners are just dinners. This Chicken Cordon Bleu Lasagna? It’s a showstopper, a Sunday dinner hero, and a “wow, you made this?” kind of dish. It’s the smell of garlic and Swiss sauce bubbling in the oven, the sight of golden bread crumbs on top, and the joy of that first creamy, cheesy bite.

I love that it’s flexible — you can keep it classic, add veggies, or swap cheeses. It’s forgiving, too; even if your layers aren’t perfectly even, it will still taste like something you’d proudly serve to guests. And it’s the kind of recipe that makes people smile, whether you’re serving it to your family, your friends, or just yourself on a cozy night in.

So here’s my challenge: make it, share it, and tag your creations with #CordonBleuLasagnaSquad so we can all drool together, swap ideas, and maybe even inspire the next great lasagna twist. I want to see your cheesiest layers, your boldest add‑ins, your “couldn’t wait to take a bite” photos.

Here’s to creamy sauces, golden tops, and recipes that bring people together. Here’s to you — because you’re about to bake something that will have everyone asking, “When are you making this again?” 🐔🧀💛

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