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This image shows a serving of slow cooker chicken cordon bleu on a white round plate, with melted cheese and chopped cilantro on top for extra flavor.

Slow Cooker Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe

This Slow Cooker Chicken Cordon Bleu combines tender chicken breasts, savory ham, and melted Swiss cheese, all smothered in a creamy sauce and topped with buttery stuffing. It’s a comforting, fuss-free dish that’s perfect for busy days and delivers rich, satisfying flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 484 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Knife for slicing ham and cheese
  • Spatula for serving

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • ¼ cup butter melted
  • 4 oz sliced Swiss cheese
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 package herbed dry bread stuffing mix
  • 4 oz sliced ham

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, mix the cream of chicken soup with milk until smooth.
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  • Pour just enough of this mixture into the bottom of your slow cooker to create a thin layer.
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  • Arrange the chicken breasts over the sauce, then layer slices of ham on top of each chicken breast, followed by Swiss cheese.
  • Pour the remaining soup mixture over the chicken, gently stirring to allow the sauce to seep between the layers.
    This image shows a hand pouring more creamy sauce over layers of chicken, ham, and cheese in a slow cooker, ensuring even coverage.
  • Sprinkle the stuffing mix evenly over the top, then drizzle melted butter over the stuffing.
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  • Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 4 to 6 hours or on High for 2 to 3 hours until the chicken is tender and the cheese is melted.
    This image shows the slow cooker chicken cordon bleu fully cooked, with melted cheese, a golden stuffing topping, and a creamy sauce underneath.

Notes

  • Use low-sodium cream of chicken soup to control the saltiness.
  • Substitute mozzarella for Swiss cheese if you prefer a milder flavor.
  • Add a sprinkle of dried herbs like thyme or parsley for extra flavor.