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Not sure what to do with leftover turkey or ham after the holidays? Make this creamy cheesy twist on classic Cordon Bleu in a casserole.
Chunks of turkey and ham in a creamy nutty cheese sauce.
Why We Like This Recipe
- This recipe is a great way to use up leftover turkey and ham. Don’t have leftovers? You can still make it with chunks of deli turkey and ham.
- It’s the perfect comfort food on a cool winter afternoon.
- Creamy Cheesy deliciousness!
- This is a great potluck dinner recipe to share with family and friends.
Simple Ingredients
Gruyere Cheese is slight salty nutty tasting cheese.
Panko Bread Crumbs – I recommend using plain (not flavored) panko bread crumbs for this recipe.
Let’s Make Turkey Cordon Bleu Casserole
- Cut ham and turkey into large chunks.
- Spray a casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Lay the ham and turkey into the casserole dish and set aside.
- Melt butter in a saucepan.
- Stir in flour to make a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes stirring continuously.
- Add the milk and continue to stir.
- When the milk is hot add salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and nutmeg.
- Add the cheese 1/4 cup at a time and continue to stir.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the ham and turkey.
- In a small bowl, mix butter, panko bread crumbs, and gruyere cheese.
- Sprinkle the panko mixture over the top of the casserole.
- Bake for 30 minutes at 350°.
- Turn the oven up to broil and broil for 5 minutes until the panko begins to turn brown.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cordon Bleu?
Classic Cordon Bleu is a Swiss dish made from chicken stuffed with ham and cheese, rolled in bread crumbs, and fried.
What does Cordon Bleu mean?
Cordon Bleu is actually a French term meaning “blue ribbon”. It has become a term that describes chefs with the highest of honors.
Krazy Kitchen Mom Tips
- If you don’t have leftover ham or turkey, you can buy both from the grocery store deli. Simply ask for a thick 2-3 inch slices and then you can dice it into bite-sized pieces.
- Store any leftovers covered and in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- You can freeze this dish for up to 3 months.
- This is a great make-ahead dish, that you can pull out and pop into the oven when it’s time for dinner.
- Serve this recipe alone, or on top of butter noodles with a side salad.
More KKM Recipes
- Parmesan Herb Wonton Crisps
- Cranberry Muffin Top Cookies
- Butternut Squash Stuffed Shells
- Bourbon Brushed Corn Pudding
Turkey Cordon Bleu Casserole
Not sure what to do with leftover turkey or ham after the holidays? Make this creamy cheesy twist on classic Cordon Bleu in a casserole.
Ingredients
For the casserole
- 2 cups cubed cooked turkey
- 2 cups cubed cooked ham
- 1-1/4 cups shredded gruyere cheese
- 1/3 cup flour
- 1-1/2 cups milk
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the topping
- 1/2 cup plain panko bread crumbs
- 1/3 cup shredded gruyere cheese
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°
- Cut ham and turkey into large chunks.
- Spray a casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Lay the ham and turkey into the casserole dish and set aside.
- Melt butter in a saucepan.
- Stir in flour to make a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes stirring continuously.
- Add the milk and continue to stir.
- When the milk is hot add salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and nutmeg.
- Add the cheese 1/4 cup at a time and continue to stir.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the ham and turkey.
- In a small bowl, mix butter, panko bread crumbs, and gruyere cheese.
- Sprinkle the panko mixture over the top of the casserole.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
- Turn the oven up to broil and broil for 5 minutes until the panko begins to turn brown.
Notes
- If you don’t have leftover ham or turkey, you can buy both from the grocery store deli. Simply ask for a thick 2-3 inch slices and then you can dice it into bite-sized pieces.
- Store any leftovers covered and in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- You can freeze this dish for up to 3 months.
- This is a great make-ahead dish, that you can pull out and pop into the oven when it’s time for dinner.
- Serve this recipe alone, or on top of butter noodles with a side salad.
If you make this recipe, show me a pic! You can upload your photo to your Instagram account and tag me @krazykitchenmom
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