chicken tender corden bleu casserole

How To Make chicken tender corden bleu casserole

• Step 1
  Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• Step 2
  Place chicken tenders on the baking sheet. Bake for 6 minutes or until are golden brown. Cool completely for 5 minutes.
• Step 3
  Sliced into 1/2 pieces on each chicken tender. Place on a large serving plate. Sprinkle with 1 cup grated parmesan cheese; mix well. Set aside.
• Step 4
  Cook ziti pasta according to package directions; drain.
• Step 5
  Heat 2 tablespoons margarine in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add mushrooms, cubed ham, and minced garlic. Cook, stirring constantly, for 8 minutes or until mushrooms and ham are tender.
• Step 6
  Add flour, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and sea salt/black pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.
• Step 7
  Stir in chicken broth and heavy whipping cream; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until thickened.
• Step 8
  Add sliced chicken tenders, cooked ziti, and cubed cream cheese. Cook, stirring constantly for 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in shredded Swiss cheese, tossing gently to coat. Spoon into a 3-quart casserole dish.
• Step 9
  In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs, remaining dijon mustard, and grated parmesan cheese; mix well. Sprinkle over the casserole.
• Step 10
  Bake for 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
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