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Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf

A comforting twist on classic meatloaf, combining juicy chicken, savory ham, and melted cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf Base
  • 1.5 lbs ground chicken Substitute with shredded rotisserie chicken for extra flavor.
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 pcs eggs Bind the ingredients together.
  • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese Can substitute with Gruyère or mozzarella.
  • 1 cup diced ham
  • 0.5 cup chopped onions Finely chopped.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme Plus more for topping.
  • Salt and pepper To taste.
  • 0.5 cup milk To keep the meatloaf moist.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking dish or loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, eggs, shredded Swiss cheese, diced ham, finely chopped onions, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined but do not over-mix.
  3. Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan or mold it into a loaf shape on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk with a bit more thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the meatloaf.
Cooking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  2. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

For added flair, top with homemade gravy or honey mustard. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator, or freeze for up to three months.