Description
This Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf is a delicious fusion of classic French flavors and cozy comfort food. Juicy ground chicken is layered with savory ham and melty Swiss cheese, then baked into a tender loaf. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this dish combines the elegance of Chicken Cordon Bleu with the simplicity of a weeknight meatloaf.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ pounds ground chicken
- ¾ cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 4–6 slices ham, thinly sliced
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing pan)
Optional glaze:
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix chicken base: In a bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, Dijon, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix gently until just combined.
- Layer ingredients: Press half of the chicken mixture into the pan. Add ham slices and Swiss cheese (plus mozzarella if using). Cover with remaining chicken mixture and seal the edges.
- Glaze (optional): Whisk together Dijon, honey, and mayo. Brush over the top.
- Bake: Bake for 45–55 minutes, until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and enjoy with sides like mashed potatoes or salad.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the meat mixture to avoid dense texture.
- Let the meatloaf rest before slicing to retain juices.
- Swiss cheese is traditional, but provolone, gouda, or mozzarella also work well.
- Swap ham with turkey slices for a lighter option.
- For a low-carb version, replace breadcrumbs with almond flour or crushed pork rinds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf, Chicken Meatloaf Recipe, Classic French Dishes, Chicken Ham, Ground Chicken Meatloaf