Looking for an effortless way to make a gourmet meal? Slow Cooker Chicken Cordon Bleu is the answer!
This dish features tender chicken stuffed with melty Swiss cheese and savory chicken ham, slow-cooked in a creamy, flavorful sauce.
It’s a healthier take on the French classic, with no frying and easy prep.
Perfect for busy weeknights or a special family dinner, this recipe lets the slow cooker do all the work while you enjoy the rich, indulgent flavors!
Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 slices chicken ham (or turkey ham)
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the sauce:
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with 1 slice of Swiss cheese and 1 slice of ham.
Step 2: Coat each breast with seasoned breadcrumbs, pressing firmly for an even layer.
Step 3: Grease the slow cooker and place the stuffed chicken, breadcrumb side up.
Step 4: Whisk together soup, milk, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Pour over the chicken.
Step 5: Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until internal temp is 165°F (74°C).
Step 6: For crispy breadcrumbs, broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes before serving. Drizzle with sauce and serve.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I use turkey ham instead of chicken ham?
Yes, turkey ham works well and is a lean, flavorful substitute.
2. Can I prepare this dish in advance?
Yes! Stuff the chicken breasts the night before and cook in the slow cooker the next day.
3. Can I freeze leftovers?
Absolutely! Cool completely, then freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Reheat before serving.
4. Can I use a different cheese?
Certainly! Try mozzarella, provolone, or cheddar for a unique flavor twist.
5. How can I enhance the chicken’s flavor?
Marinate the chicken in olive oil, garlic, and herbs before stuffing for extra flavor
Slow Cooker Chicken Cordon Bleu
Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 4 chicken breasts boneless skinless
- 4 slice Swiss cheese
- 4 slice chicken ham or turkey ham
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the sauce:
- 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard optional
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with 1 slice of Swiss cheese and 1 slice of ham.
- Coat each breast with seasoned breadcrumbs, pressing firmly for an even layer.
- Grease the slow cooker and place the stuffed chicken, breadcrumb side up.
- Whisk together soup, milk, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Pour over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until internal temp is 165°F (74°C).
- For crispy breadcrumbs, broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes before serving. Drizzle with sauce and serve.
