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Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf

A delightful twist on the classic Chicken Cordon Bleu, this meatloaf combines the flavors of chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese into a comforting, easy-to-make dish that is perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 teaspoons minced onion
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 2 lbs. ground chicken
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 6 slices Virginia chicken ham
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese
  • 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs for topping
  • 1 cup skim or 1% milk
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a large bowl, mix ground chicken with minced onion, garlic powder, dried parsley, egg, mayonnaise, plain breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
  • Grease a loaf pan and press half of the chicken mixture into the bottom.
  • Layer the ham slices and Swiss cheese over the chicken mixture.
  • Cover with the remaining chicken mixture and press down.
  • Bake for 25 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven, sprinkle with panko breadcrumbs, and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  • In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour, and slowly add milk and cream to make a gravy. Add Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, Parmesan, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened.
  • Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with the prepared gravy.

Notes

  • For a crunchier topping, add grated Parmesan to the panko breadcrumbs.
  • To make the dish ahead of time, assemble the meatloaf and refrigerate it until ready to bake.
  • Author: bestfeed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

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