Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf brings a delightful dinner solution when your schedule feels packed tight. Packed with flavor and easy to prep, this dish turns simple ingredients into a crowd-pleasing meal your family will devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb ground chicken
Cheese and Breadcrumbs:
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
Seasonings and Binding:
- 1 egg
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ small onion
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375F. Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper for an easy cleanup.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 lb ground chicken, ½ cup breadcrumbs, ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese, and ½ cup mozzarella cheese.
- Add 1 beaten egg, 4 minced garlic cloves, ½ diced small onion, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the mixture.
- Gently fold in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley until ingredients are just incorporated. Avoid overmixing to prevent a dense texture.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan, shaping it into a compact loaf using your hands or a spatula.
- Mix ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, ¼ cup breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons melted butter, and 1 minced garlic clove in a separate small bowl.
- Spread the cheese and breadcrumb topping evenly over the meatloaf, pressing gently to help it adhere.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165F and the top turns golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let the meatloaf rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with additional fresh parsley and serve with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- Use ground chicken with a slightly higher fat content for a more tender and juicy meatloaf that won’t dry out during baking.
- Mix ingredients gently and avoid overworking the meat mixture, which can make the texture tough and compact.
- The crispy Parmesan breadcrumb topping adds incredible texture, so press it firmly onto the meatloaf to ensure it adheres during cooking.
- For gluten-free options, swap regular breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs without compromising the recipe’s delicious flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg