Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our delectable Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf recipe. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or entertaining guests, this dish combines tender ground chicken, savory Virginia chicken ham, and creamy Swiss cheese, all baked to perfection and topped with a rich Creamy Dijon Gravy. Elevate your culinary skills and impress your loved ones with this flavor-packed twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
2 lbs. ground chicken
1 egg
1/4 cup plain bread crumbs
2 teaspoons minced onion
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
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
For the Creamy Dijon Gravy:
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 cup skim or 1% milk
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
- Mix ground chicken with egg, mayonnaise, breadcrumbs, minced onion, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Layer chicken mixture, ham, and cheese in a loaf pan.
- Bake, then top with panko breadcrumbs and continue baking until golden brown.
- Prepare the Creamy Dijon Gravy by melting butter, whisking in flour, then adding cream, milk, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Rest meatloaf, slice, and serve with gravy.
Notes
Customize the recipe by adding your favorite herbs and spices to the chicken mixture.
Leftover meatloaf can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated for quick and convenient meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal
