Description
Hearty chicken cordon bleu meatloaf blends classic comfort with Swiss culinary charm. Crispy exterior and melted cheese interior make this dish a delightful dinner centerpiece for home cooks seeking something special.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground chicken
- 6 slices deli ham
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
Binding and Seasoning:
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce and Extras:
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a loaf pan with cooking spray or butter.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly blend ground chicken with breadcrumbs, egg, milk, and dry seasonings until uniformly combined.
- Distribute approximately half of the chicken mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared loaf pan, creating a solid foundation layer.
- Carefully arrange ham slices to completely cover the initial chicken layer, ensuring full coverage.
- Position Swiss cheese slices directly atop the ham, maintaining a consistent arrangement.
- Delicately spread Dijon mustard across the cheese layer, creating a tangy flavor barrier.
- Gently cover the cheese and ham with remaining chicken mixture, pressing down firmly to seal the internal layers and create a smooth surface.
- Generously dust the top with grated Parmesan cheese for an enhanced golden crust.
- Slide the meatloaf into the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, confirming doneness when internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from oven and allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes, enabling juices to redistribute and ensuring a moist, cohesive texture before slicing.
Notes
- Opt for lean ground chicken to keep the meatloaf moist and prevent dryness during baking.
- Ensure Swiss cheese and ham are thinly sliced for even distribution and better melting throughout the loaf.
- Experiment with gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond flour for a low-carb alternative that maintains the dish’s texture.
- Consider adding fresh herbs like thyme or parsley to enhance the flavor profile and introduce additional aromatic notes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg