Description
Culinary magic unfolds with chicken cordon bleu meatloaf, blending classic comfort and French-inspired elegance. Savory ham, melted Swiss cheese, and tender chicken create a delightful main dish sure to impress you at the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds ground chicken
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
- 12 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1/2 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce and Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons mustard
- 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a loaf pan with nonstick spray, ensuring easy release and cleanup.
- In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine ground chicken with aromatics, egg, seasonings, and a portion of breadcrumbs, mixing gently to maintain a tender texture.
- Spread the meat mixture onto parchment paper, creating a rectangular shape, then strategically layer Swiss cheese slices through the center, leaving small margins around the edges.
- Carefully roll the meat mixture into a compact cylinder, sealing the edges meticulously to prevent cheese from escaping during cooking.
- Position the rolled meatloaf seam-side down in the prepared pan, then generously coat the top with a buttered breadcrumb mixture for a crisp, golden exterior.
- Roast in the preheated oven for approximately 75 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring thorough and safe cooking.
- Allow the meatloaf to rest for 5-10 minutes, enabling juices to redistribute and maintaining optimal moisture.
- Simultaneously prepare the mustard sauce by creating a roux, gradually incorporating milk and whisking until smooth and velvety.
- Finish the sauce with mustard and Parmesan, adjusting seasoning to taste.
- Slice the meatloaf and drizzle with the creamy mustard sauce, presenting a rich and indulgent main course.
Notes
- Prevent Dry Meat by mixing ground chicken gently and avoiding overmixing, which can create dense and tough texture.
- Seal Edges Carefully when rolling meatloaf to keep cheese and ham inside, ensuring even distribution of flavors.
- Gluten-Free Adaptation by substituting panko breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Lower-Fat Version can be achieved by using lean ground chicken, reduced-fat cheese, and replacing butter with olive oil spray.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg