{"id":1022,"date":"2026-01-21T06:41:51","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T06:41:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=1022"},"modified":"2026-01-21T06:41:51","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T06:41:51","slug":"chicken-cordon-bleu-style-meatloaf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/21\/chicken-cordon-bleu-style-meatloaf\/","title":{"rendered":"Chicken Cordon Bleu\u2013Style Meatloaf"},"content":{"rendered":"

Chicken Cordon Bleu\u2013Style Meatloaf<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A delicious twist on classic meatloaf, inspired by Chicken Cordon Bleu\u2014juicy ground chicken stuffed with ham and melted cheese, baked to perfection.<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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  • 2.2 lb (1000 g) ground chicken<\/li>\n
  • 7 oz (200 g) cooked ham, chopped or sliced<\/li>\n
  • 7 oz (200 g) melting cheese (Emmental or Gruy\u00e8re), sliced or shredded<\/li>\n
  • 10 oz (300 g) yellow onions, finely chopped<\/li>\n
  • 2 large eggs<\/li>\n
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd cup milk<\/li>\n
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon paprika<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley or Italian seasoning<\/li>\n
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (for extra flavor)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Instructions<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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    1. Preheat the oven<\/strong> to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.<\/li>\n
    2. Cook the onions<\/strong>
      \nHeat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Saut\u00e9 the chopped onions until soft and lightly golden. Let cool slightly.<\/li>\n
    3. Prepare the chicken mixture<\/strong>
      \nIn a large bowl, combine ground chicken, eggs, breadcrumbs, milk, cooked onions, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and parsley. Mix gently until just combined.<\/li>\n
    4. Assemble the meatloaf<\/strong>\n
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      • Press half of the chicken mixture into the loaf pan.<\/li>\n
      • Layer the ham evenly on top.<\/li>\n
      • Add the cheese layer.<\/li>\n
      • Cover with the remaining chicken mixture and press gently to seal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
      • Bake<\/strong>
        \nBake uncovered for 50\u201360 minutes<\/strong>, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165\u00b0F (74\u00b0C)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
      • Rest and serve<\/strong>
        \nLet the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes<\/strong> before slicing to keep it juicy.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Serving Suggestions<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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        • Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh green salad<\/li>\n
        • Drizzle with a light cream sauce or Dijon if desired<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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