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Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf

Savory Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf That Will Wow Your Family

This Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf is a delicious twist on a classic, featuring ground chicken, Black Forest ham, and Swiss cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Substitute with ground turkey if preferred.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Finely diced.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh garlic is best for rich flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Beaten, acts as a binder.
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Finely grated.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Chopped, can swap with other herbs.
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential seasoning.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Can use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
For the Filling
  • 8 slices Black Forest Ham Feel free to use any preferred ham variety.
  • 4 oz Swiss Cheese Alternative cheeses such as cheddar or gouda can be used.
For the Topping
  • 2 tbsp Butter Melted.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • medium bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan generously with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the ground chicken, egg, finely diced onion, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup of panko breadcrumbs. Mix until just combined.
  3. Lay a piece of parchment paper on your work surface. Pack the meat mixture on the paper, flattening it into about an 8x12-inch rectangle.
  4. Distribute the slices of Black Forest ham evenly over the flattened meat mixture, followed by layers of Swiss cheese.
  5. Using the parchment paper as a guide, roll the meat mixture tightly into a log shape, seam side down in the greased loaf pan. Remove the parchment paper carefully.
  6. In a small bowl, combine remaining panko breadcrumbs with melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture over the top to create a crunchy crust.
  7. Bake for about 75 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Check for doneness around the one-hour mark.
  8. While the meatloaf is resting, melt a bit of butter in a saucepan, add flour, whisk until smooth, gradually pour in milk, cooking until thickened. Stir in more Dijon mustard and Parmesan until blended, then set aside.
  9. Once rested, slice the meatloaf beautifully and serve warm, drizzling the creamy mustard sauce over each slice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley for added freshness.

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