Description
This Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf recipe combines the flavors of the classic dish into a delicious and comforting meatloaf. Ground chicken is seasoned with Dijon mustard, garlic, and parmesan cheese, then stuffed with ham and Swiss cheese. It’s topped with a creamy Dijon sauce for a flavorful twist on a traditional favorite.
Ingredients
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For the meatloaf:
- 2 lbs ground chicken
- 1/2 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs, divided
- 6 slices Black Forest ham
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
For the sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, finely grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan. Set aside.
- Mix the meatloaf ingredients: Combine ground chicken, onion, garlic, egg, Dijon, parmesan, parsley, salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup breadcrumbs. Mix well.
- Form the meatloaf: Flatten the mixture into a rectangle. Layer ham and Swiss cheese. Roll up into a log and transfer to the pan.
- Top with breadcrumbs: Combine remaining breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the meatloaf.
- Bake the meatloaf: Bake until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 75 minutes.
- Make the sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, then gradually add milk. Stir in Dijon mustard and parmesan until smooth.
- Serve: Slice meatloaf and top with sauce. Enjoy!
Notes
- This meatloaf is great for leftovers and sandwiches.
- Feel free to customize the fillings with your favorite cheeses and meats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
