Weight Watchers Chicken Cordon Blue Casserole

Weight Watchers Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

Ingredients

For the Casserole

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
• 8 oz lean ham, diced
• 1 cup reduced-fat Swiss cheese, shredded
• 1 cup light cream of chicken soup
• 1/2 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp salt

For the Topping

• 1/2 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried parsley

Equipment

• 9×13 inch baking dish
• Mixing bowls
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Whisk
• Non-stick cooking spray

Instructions

1. Prepare and Preheat
   • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
   • Spray 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray
2. Prepare Chicken
   • Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized chunks
   • Dice lean ham into small pieces
   • Mince garlic cloves
3. Make Sauce
   • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together:
     • Light cream of chicken soup
     • Non-fat Greek yogurt
     • Unsweetened almond milk
     • Minced garlic
     • Dried thyme
     • Black pepper
     • Salt
   • Mix until smooth and well combined
4. Assemble Casserole
   • Add chicken chunks to the sauce
   • Stir to coat evenly
   • Fold in diced ham
   • Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish
   • Sprinkle shredded Swiss cheese evenly over the top
5. Prepare Topping
   • In a small bowl, mix:
     • Whole wheat breadcrumbs
     • Grated Parmesan cheese
     • Olive oil
     • Dried parsley
   • Sprinkle topping evenly over the casserole
6. Bake
   • Cover with foil
   • Bake for 25 minutes
   • Remove foil
   • Bake additional 10-15 minutes until chicken is cooked through
   • Cheese should be melted and topping golden brown
7. Rest and Serve
   • Let casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving
   • Cuts into 6 generous servings

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 250-280
• Weight Watchers Points: 6-7 points
• Protein: 30g
• Carbs: 10g
• Fat: 8g

Tips

• Use rotisserie chicken for an even quicker preparation
• Can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking
• Freeze individual portions for easy meal prep

Variations

• Swap Swiss cheese for low-fat mozzarella
• Add steamed broccoli or spinach for extra vegetables
• Use turkey ham for a different protein option

Storage

• Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days
• Freeze for up to 1 month
• Reheat in oven or microwave until heated through

Notes

• Always check your specific Weight Watchers plan for exact point values
• Ingredient substitutions may change point calculations
• Best served immediately after baking for optimal texture