Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaves bring comfort to your dinner table with a cheesy, herby twist that makes weeknight meals feel special. Packed with flavor and easy to prepare, these meatloaves turn simple ingredients into a crowd-pleasing dish your family will devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 egg
Binders and Flavoring Agents:
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Liquid:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Warm your oven precisely to 375°F, positioning the rack in the center for even heating.
- Gather a spacious mixing bowl and combine 1 pound ground chicken, ½ cup breadcrumbs, ¼ cup parmesan, 2 minced garlic cloves, ¼ cup chopped parsley, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
- Use your hands to thoroughly blend ingredients, ensuring each component is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Shape the meat blend into four compact individual meatloaves, creating uniform portions about 2 inches thick.
- Select a baking dish large enough to hold the meatloaves without crowding, and lightly coat the surface with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Position the meatloaves in the prepared dish, leaving small gaps between each portion for consistent cooking.
- Pour ¼ cup chicken broth around the base of the meatloaves to maintain moisture during baking.
- Transfer the dish to the preheated oven and cook for 25-30 minutes, checking that the internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Remove from the oven and let the meatloaves rest for 5 minutes, allowing juices to redistribute and ensure tender texture.
Notes
- Mixing the ingredients thoroughly ensures the meatloaves stay moist and flavorful, so don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty when combining the ground chicken with seasonings.
- Using a meat thermometer helps guarantee the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F without overcooking and drying out the meatloaves.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs to maintain the perfect texture.
- Adding a light layer of marinara sauce on top during the last 5 minutes of baking can create a delicious, tangy finish to the meatloaves.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg