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Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf

Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf is a comforting, make‐ahead weeknight dinner that melds the classic flavors of chicken cordon bleu with the hearty appeal of meatloaf. The recipe features a light ground chicken base layered with savory deli ham and melty Swiss cheese, plus optional toppings to boost flavor and texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf
  • 2 pounds ground chicken
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs plain or seasoned
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 small onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese (or provolone, mozzarella)
  • 6 slices deli ham
Optional Toppings
  • ½ cup shredded Swiss cheese for topping (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard mixed with 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, optional topping

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Large bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a loaf pan by lightly coating it with cooking spray or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, eggs, and milk.
  3. Add the finely diced onion and minced garlic to the bowl.
  4. Mix in the Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried parsley until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
  5. Press half of the chicken mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared loaf pan to form a base layer.
  6. Layer 6 slices of deli ham evenly over the chicken base, followed by 6 slices of Swiss cheese.
  7. Spread the remaining chicken mixture over the filling and press gently to seal everything inside.
  8. If desired, top with the optional mixture of 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard and 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, then sprinkle with ½ cup shredded Swiss cheese.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 45–50 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  10. Remove from the oven and let the meatloaf rest for about 10 minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.

Notes

This Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf is a versatile twist on a classic favorite. The recipe can be tweaked by substituting ground turkey or mixing in different cheeses if desired. It makes a great make-ahead meal that reheats well and is perfect paired with roasted garlic mashed potatoes or a simple arugula salad.