Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf
This Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf is a flavorful, easy-to-make star of Summer Dinners, blending classic Cordon Bleu flavors into a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish. I love how the creamy Dijon gravy elevates every slice, making it perfect for both weeknight meals and special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf:
- 2 lbs ground chicken
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup plain breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tsp minced onion
- 1½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried parsley
- 1½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 6 slices Virginia ham or deli ham
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
- ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs for topping
For the Creamy Dijon Gravy:
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup skim or 1% milk
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ tsp 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.