Description
Garlic parmesan chicken meatloaf delivers a delightful dinner solution that saves your weeknight cooking stress. Packed with savory flavors and simple ingredients, this dish brings comfort to your table with zero fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 lb lean ground chicken
Cheese and Dairy:
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
Supporting Ingredients:
- ½ cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ¼ cup ketchup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm your oven to 375°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Crumble 1 lb ground chicken into a spacious mixing bowl, ensuring no large chunks remain.
- Finely mince 3 cloves of garlic and dice 1 small onion, then add them directly to the chicken.
- Sprinkle ½ cup grated parmesan cheese and ½ cup breadcrumbs over the meat mixture.
- Crack 2 large eggs into the bowl and season with salt and pepper to your taste.
- Blend all ingredients thoroughly with your hands, working gently to prevent dense, tough meat.
- Transfer the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and shape into a compact oval loaf.
- Spread ¼ cup ketchup evenly across the top surface of the meatloaf.
- Slide the baking sheet into the 375°F oven and roast for 45-50 minutes.
- Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F using a meat thermometer.
- Remove from oven and allow the meatloaf to rest for 5-7 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Always use fresh garlic for the most vibrant flavor in your meatloaf.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is fully cooked.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Grate your own parmesan cheese instead of using pre-shredded for a richer, more authentic taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 to 6
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg