By Josh Bickham
Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf
16 steps
Prep:25minCook:40min
Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, it combines the juicy tenderness of ground chicken, the savory richness of ham, and the creamy goodness of Swiss cheese. A meal that brings together the sophisticated flavors of chicken cordon bleu with the hearty satisfaction of meatloaf.
Updated at: Wed, 05 Jun 2024 17:13:35 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
54
Low
Glycemic Load
15
Moderate
Nutrition per serving
Calories1019.2 kcal (51%)
Total Fat68.4 g (98%)
Carbs27.2 g (10%)
Sugars5.9 g (7%)
Protein73.1 g (146%)
Sodium2186.6 mg (109%)
Fiber2.2 g (8%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings
2 lbsGround Chicken
lean and versatile
1Egg
large, for binding
¼ cupplain bread crumbs
¾ cuppanko
for topping
0.5onion
med, minced
1 ½ teaspoonsGarlic Powder
½ teaspoonDried Parsley
for a hint of freshness
1 ½ teaspoonsSalt
to taste
½ teaspoonGround Black Pepper
for a slight kick
¼ cupMayonnaise
keeps the meatloaf moist
8 ozdiced ham
6 ozswiss cheese
shredded
Dijon Gravy
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F
Prepare the meatloaf
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 lbs of ground chicken, 1 large egg, bread crumbs, minced onion, garlic powder, dried parsley, 1 salt, and ground black pepper.
Step 3
Then Add the mayonnaise and diced ham to the mixture to keep the meatloaf moist and flavorful.
Step 4
Add the shredded Swiss cheese and mix together thoroughly with your hands to make sure everything is well incorporated.
Assemble
Step 5
Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 6
Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the loaf pan.
Bake
Step 7
Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes.
Step 8
After 25 minutes, remove the meatloaf from the oven and sprinkle 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs over the top.
Step 9
Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F
Dijon Gravy
Step 10
While the meatloaf is baking, melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in 3 tablespoons of flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
Step 11
Gradually add 1/4 cup heavy cream and 1 cup milk, whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
Step 12
Stir in 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce and 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard.
Step 13
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
Step 14
Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, freshly grated nutmeg, and salt and pepper to taste.
Serve
Step 15
Once baked, allow the meatloaf to rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Step 16
Serve each slice topped with the creamy Dijon gravy for an extra layer of flavor.
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