Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf Recipe

This Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf Recipe has layers of ham and Swiss cheese tucked inside a juicy meatloaf recipe that you’re going to love!

If you love meatloaf recipes like we do, you HAVE to try our Brown Gravy Meatloaf Recipe! Or you can try this over the top Tasty AF Meatloaf recipe…and turn any night into a party with this Turkey Taco Meatloaf!

Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf is a meatloaf recipe that has the flavors of chicken cordon bleu

A Show Stopping Meatloaf Recipe

I feel like meatloaf is one of those things that people feel pretty strongly about. Either you love it or you hate it, there’s not much in between.

We are a meatloaf loving family, all of us will eat meatloaf at any given time. There’s not really much not to love in my opinion, it’s basically like a giant meatball that’s baked and sliced.

I mean, unless you don’t like meatballs…

Another great thing about meatloaf recipes is that you can make them ahead of time and just warm a slice up in the microwave when you need it. With everyone going in different directions these days that is a dinner I can get behind!

All this brings me to the subject of this post. Meatloaf. Chicken meatloaf to be exact and a mighty tasty version too! This easy meatloaf recipe is based off the classic Chicken Cordon Bleu flavors.

What is Chicken Cordon Bleu?

Cordon bleu is basically a meat wrapped around some type of cheese, that’s breaded and fried. You can make cordon bleu with chicken, pork or veal. Ham seem to be optional in traditional definitions, but we typically see cordon bleu recipes with ham as well.

This extra juicy chicken meatloaf (not dried out by using a secret ingredient) is basically two layers of chicken meatloaf with a middle layer of ham and Swiss cheese.

Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf is a chicken meatloaf recipe with ham and cheese

What Makes this Chicken Meatloaf So Moist And Delicious?

OMG it’s so good you guys…

Don’t look at this meatloaf recipe and pass it by because you think it looks difficult in any way. Because it’s super easy – promise. A handy loaf pan really does all of the work for you.

We’re going to mimic that crunchy, crispy fried texture of chicken cordon blue by adding Panko breadcrumbs to the top of this meatloaf that are going to crisp up int the oven. The result is a tender, juicy meatloaf oozing with cheese and a crispy topping to soak up the sauce.

How Do You Make This Chicken Meatloaf?

Basically, you start by mixing together your protein together, your turkey, beef or in this case chicken with seasonings, eggs and breadcrumbs.

Layer half of the chicken mixture in the bottom of a loaf pan. Next layer ham and Swiss cheese all across the chicken layer, then follow that with the other half of the chicken mixture on top.

Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf is an easy meatloaf recipe with ham and cheese

We don’t want the crispy breadcrumbs to burn, so first cook the meatloaf without the breadcrumb topping, then add the Panko breadcrumbs during the last 15 minutes of cooking.

Don’t worry, I’ll keep you busy while this meatloaf is in the oven. Now we can get together the ingredients for the creamy dijon gravy that will be spooned over the top of the meatloaf or used as a dipping sauce on the side.

Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf is an easy chicken recipe with a crunchy breadcrumb topping

Slice it up, pour the gravy all over and serve. Am I right? Meatloaf awesome enough to serve at a party.

This Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf is show stopping enough to serve at any party and definitely tasty enough to get all the “oohs” and “ahhs” from your guests. Yep, this meatloaf is going to be a home run.

Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf is a meatloaf recipe that is served with a mustard gravy on top

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Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf is a chicken meatloaf with a layer of ham and swiss

Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf Recipe

  • Author: Dan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 Servings 1x

This easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf Recipe has all the flavors of the classic Chicken Cordon Bleu in one delicious meatloaf. Layers of ham and Swiss cheese are tucked inside a juicy meatloaf recipe that can’t be beat!

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs. ground chicken
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup bread crumbs, plain
  • 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 ham
  • 6 slices swiss cheese
  • 3/4 cup fresh or panko breadcrumbs for the 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
  • pinch of salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  2. Add the ground chicken to a large bowl and mix with the egg, mayonnaise, 1/4 cup of the breadcrumbs, minced onion, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt and pepper.
  3. Spray a 9″ x 5″ loaf pan with cooking spray and add half the chicken mixture to the bottom of the pan spreading it out to make an even layer.
  4. Next layer on three slices of ham then three slices of cheese. Repeat with another layer of ham and cheese. Top the meatloaf with the rest of the chicken, spreading the layer evenly.
  5. Bake for 25 minutes and then remove from the oven and carefully top with the breadcrumbs.
  6. Place the meatloaf back in the oven for 15 minutes, covering with foil halfway through if the breadcrumbs start to get to browned.
  7. To make the gravy, add the butter to a saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for one minute. Next add the cream, milk, Worcestershire sauce and dijon mustard. Whisk to combine and let come to a simmer to thicken.
  8. After 3-4 minutes add the parmesan cheese and nutmeg, whisk to combine and taste for seasonings and then add salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes in the loaf pan after you remove it from the oven, then carefully lift out of the pan and slice.
  10. Serve with sauce on the side or spooned over top.

Recipe Notes

* Insert a meat thermometer and make sure the chicken is 165 degrees before serving.

  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American

 

 

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15 Responses
  1. MariLou

    This recipe looks divine; however, I was wondering what to do with the 1/4 cup mayonnaise. Is that mixed in with the ground chicken, or is that a typo? Thanks for your help!

    1. Dan

      Not a typo – my typo was forgetting to add it in the instructions! Thanks for pointing that out, I fixed it. Adding it in with the chicken mixture helps keep it moist. Enjoy!

  2. Shannon

    This looks delicious. Do you have the nutritional information for the finish Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf such as how many grams of carbs, fat, etc?

    1. Dan

      Shannon, there are sites that you can out in the recipe and get the nutritional information if you want. I have my own that I use and without the breadcrumb topping it’s about 6 carbs per slice and about 10.5 grams of fat. But please do you’re own research on this too. Thank you!

  3. Johnny Az

    Love your site and recipes. The recipe calls for the panko breadcrumbs to be divided. The only place I can find in the recipe to use them is to top the meatloaf? Is there a step missing in the recipe or is the “divided” an accidental addition? Thanks.

    1. Dan

      Johnny, that was actually a typo. The panko breadcrumbs just go on the top of the meatloaf. Thanks for letting me know, Hope you like it!

  4. Beth

    Made it today and was delicious! 😋 I did use parchment paper to line the loaf pan which made it easy to lift out and clean!






  5. Brigitte

    While recovering from surgery I gave this recipe to my husband to prepare one night. He doubled the ham and cheese and it was fantastic! It was feel-good quality and approved by the whole family! It is a welcome addition to our weeknight menu rotation! Thank you!






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