Slow Cooker Chicken Cordon Bleu

Alyssa Rivers · Jun 4, 2024

Treat yourself to this easy, Slow Cooker Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe! With tender chicken, savory ham, and melty Swiss cheese, it’s a perfect comfort meal for any day.

Aren’t slow cookers the best? Set it and forget it and you come back to the most delicious and savory meal. Pair this Slow Cooker Chicken Cordon Bleu with some Perfectly Soft Buttery Rolls and this yummy Wedge Salad!

Slow cooker chicken cordon bleu in the crockpot being scooped out with a wooden spoon.

Reason’s You’ll Love This Recipe!

Simple Prep: Ready to be cooked in less than 10 minutes, then you let your slow cooker do the work—perfect for busy days!
Comforting Flavors: Creamy chicken, savory ham, and melty Swiss cheese make for a deliciously satisfying meal.
Minimal Cleanup: One-pot cooking means less mess and fewer dishes to wash.
Versatile: Perfect for weeknights, potlucks, or any time you need a hearty, easy meal!

Don’t Worry!

This recipe is Picky Eater Approved!

What’s in Slow Cooker Chicken Cordon Bleu?

This dish uses classic, kid friendly ingredients that create a delicious and filling meal! Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for all of the exact measurements.

Milk: Adds a creamy base to the dish.
Cream of Chicken Soup: Provides rich, comforting flavor.
Dijon Mustard: Gives a slight tang and depth of flavor.
Lemon Juice: Brightens and balances the richness.
Chicken Breast: The hearty, tender protein base of the casserole.
Ham: Adds a savory, smoky taste.
Swiss Cheese: Melts beautifully for a gooey, delicious layer.
Chicken Stuffing Mix: Adds a crunchy, flavorful topping.
Unsalted Butter: Drizzled on top for extra richness and to help brown the stuffing.

The top view of ingredients al individually laid out on the counter and labeled.

How to Make Chicken Cordon Bleu in the Crockpot

If you love chicken cordon bleu as much I do, you will love how easy this is to throw into the crockpot!

Prep: Spray the bowl of a 4 or 6-quart slow cooker with pan spray.
Whisk: Whisk together the milk, cream of chicken soup, Dijon, and lemon juice. Spread about 1 cup of the mixture in the bottom of the crockpot.
Add Meat and Cheese: Add the chicken to the crockpot, then top with the ham and shredded cheese.
Add Stuffing Mix: Top with the rest of the soup mixture. Cover with the stuffing mix and drizzle with butter.
Cook: Cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.

Chicken added to crockpot that has cream of chicken soup on the bottom.

Add the soup mixture and chicken breasts.

Layer on the ham pieces.

Cheese sprinkled on top of the chicken and ham.

Sprinkle on the shredded cheese.

Second layer of coup added to the top of the mixture.

Pour remaining soup mixture on top.

Stuffing being poured onto the slow cooker chicken cordon bleu.

Sprinkle on the dry stuffing mix.

Melted butter being drizzled on top of a chicken cordon bleu mixture.

Pour on melted butter and cook.

Tips for Slow Cooker Cordon Bleu

Can I use chicken thighs instead? Yes! Boneless, skinless chicken thighs will work as a flavorful alternative to chicken breasts! You can use all breasts, all thighs, or a mixture of the two as long as you’ve got 3 pounds of chicken.
Cut it into cubes: You can keep the chicken breasts whole, or you can cut it into 1-inch cubes for easier serving.
Fresh or bottled lemon juice? I like to try to use fresh lemon juice anytime that I can. Fresh lemons always have better flavor and will add the perfect amount of zing to the cordon bleu sauce.
Crockpot Size: If you use a larger crockpot, (7-8 quarts) your cooking time may be a bit shorter than the recipe calls for.
Can I make it gluten-free? Yes! You can easily make this a gluten-free recipe by swapping out the stuffing mix for your favorite gluten-free stuffing mix!

A close up of scooped chicken cordon bleu from a crockpot with a wooden spoon.

Storing Leftovers

In the Refrigerator: Store your slow cooker chicken cordon bleu leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in 30-second increments in the microwave.
Make it Ahead of Time: You may prepare the items in the crockpot the night before except for the stuffing and butter. Cover with plastic wrap or foil and place in the refrigerator. In the morning, add on the stuffing, drizzle it with butter and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.

Slow cooker chicken cordon bleu on a plate with some broccoli.

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