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Chicken cordon bleu casserole is one of those recipes that everyone loves-especially when it has a delicious creamy sauce!  Chicken tenders lightly sautéed then covered in layers of ham, cheese and hollandaise sauce make this a family favorite.  I find this is my go-to recipe whenever I want quick low carb comfort food.  Kids love the tasty ham and cheese topping on these tenders- they can help in the kitchen by adding the layered ingredients.

What is Chicken Cordon Bleu?

Chicken cordon bleu recipes generally consist of a chicken breast layered with ham and Swiss cheese then rolled up.  The chicken breast is then rolled in breadcrumbs and baked.  This is a fairly time consuming process, but is a delicious entree for special events.  For an in-depth and classic recipe check out The New York Times website recipe  “Original Chicken Cordon Bleu”.

How do you make Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole?

Traditional chicken cordon bleu can be rather time consuming but this chicken cordon bleu casserole recipe makes things much easier!

• The ingredients are layered- a huge time saver
• Use a hollandaise sauce mix which can be prepared in minutes- this adds incredible flavor
• The recipe can be prepared in advance up to the point of baking.  Perfect for busy weeknights or for a low-stress meal anytime

Bonus- this recipe is also low carb!

Lets get started with step by step instructions about how to make chicken cordon bleu casserole! Gather your ingredients…

Ingredients for Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

STEP 1

Prepare hollandaise sauce according to the package directions.  My hollandaise sauce required butter and water.  If you made your sauce ahead of time, no need to warm it up-it will heat in the oven.

Prepared hollandaise sauce

STEP 2

Sprinkle the tenders with rotisserie seasoning

Seasoned chicken tenders

STEP 3

Brown the tenders in an oven-proof skillet

Lightly browned chicken tenders

STEP 4

Layer ingredients

Spoon hollandasie sauce over chicken tenders

Then add diced ham

Next add shredded Swiss cheese

STEP 5

Bake until chicken is fully cooked and cheese is melted

Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

Hope you and your fellow diners enjoy this low carb Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole!  Be sure to check out my other popular low carb recipes including:

Low Carb Chicken Philly Cheesesteak Bowl

Low Carb Philly Cheesesteak Bowl

Low Carb Beef Stroganoff Bowl

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Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

A delicious low carb casserole full of ham, cheese and hollandaise sauce.  Takes just minutes to make this easy meal perfect for weeknights or special occasions

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Servings 4

Calories 308 kcal

Ingredients

• 1 pkg hollandaise sauce, prepared
• 1 lb chicken tenders
• 1 tsp rotisserie seasoning
• 2 tsp olive oil
• 4 oz ham, diced
• 1 cup swiss cheese, shredded

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees

2. Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet.  Sprinkle tenders with rotisserie seasoning.  

3. Brown tenders (1-2 minutes on each side)in batches to avoid crowding.  

4. Place tenders in a single layer in skillet.  Top with prepared hollandaise sauce, diced ham, cheese.

5. Bake 15 minutes or until chicken tenders are fully cooked and cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

Amount Per Serving

Calories 308 Calories from Fat 144

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 16g 25%

Saturated Fat 6g 30%

Cholesterol 113mg 38%

Sodium 598mg 25%

Potassium 455mg 13%

Total Carbohydrates 3g 1%

Protein 36g 72%

Vitamin A 5.6%

Vitamin C 1.6%

Calcium 23.9%

Iron 6.2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.