Chicken Cordon Bleu Lasagna Recipe

This indulgent lasagna combines the flavors of chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese with a creamy béchamel sauce. It’s a hearty and comforting meal that’s perfect for a special occasion or a family dinner.

Ingredients:

For the Lasagna:

Ingredient	Quantity
Lasagna noodles (cooked)	12
Cooked chicken (shredded or diced)	3 cups
Ham (sliced or diced)	1 cup
Shredded Swiss cheese	2 cups
Shredded mozzarella cheese	2 cups
Parmesan cheese (grated)	1 cup

For the Sauce:

Ingredient	Quantity
Butter	4 tablespoons
All-purpose flour	4 tablespoons
Milk	2 cups
Chicken broth	1 cup
Garlic (minced)	2 cloves
Dijon mustard	1 teaspoon
Salt and pepper	To taste
Paprika	1/2 teaspoon
Ground nutmeg (optional)	1/4 teaspoon
Chopped parsley (optional)	2 tablespoons

Instructions:

Prepare the Sauce:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in milk and chicken broth.
- Season with Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, paprika, and nutmeg.
- Simmer until thickened.
Assemble the Lasagna:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer noodles, chicken, ham, and cheese in the prepared dish.
- Pour the sauce over the top layer.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Bake:
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Rest and Serve:
- Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
- Serve warm.