Description
This Chicken Cordon Bleu Rice-a-Roni Casserole combines tender chicken, savory ham, and creamy swiss cheese with flavorful chicken-flavored Rice-A-Roni to create a comforting and delicious baked dish. Topped with buttery crushed Ritz crackers, this casserole offers a delightful crispy texture and cheesy goodness, perfect for a hearty family meal in just 45 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 box chicken flavor Rice-A-Roni
- 1 (10.5-oz) can Unsalted Cream of Chicken Soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 Tbsp honey mustard dressing
- 3 cups cooked chopped chicken
- 8 oz diced ham
- 1½ cups shredded Swiss cheese
Topping
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350º F and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Rice-A-Roni: Cook the chicken flavored Rice-A-Roni according to the package directions until rice is tender and the seasoning is absorbed.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, honey mustard dressing, cooked chopped chicken, diced ham, and shredded Swiss cheese. Fold in the cooked Rice-A-Roni until all ingredients are well combined.
- Assemble Casserole: Spread the combined rice and meat mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter with the crushed Ritz crackers. Evenly sprinkle this buttery cracker mixture over the casserole.
- Bake: Bake the casserole uncovered in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is hot and bubbly.
Notes
- For extra crisp topping, broil the casserole for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
- You can substitute Swiss cheese with Gruyere or cheddar for a different flavor profile.
- Use leftover rotisserie chicken or any cooked chicken to save time.
- This casserole can be prepared a day ahead; cover and refrigerate before baking, then bake when ready.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
