Description
Whipping up Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf brings pure comfort to your dinner table, with cheesy goodness that makes your family smile. Tender ground chicken mixed with herbs and parmesan creates a delicious twist on classic meatloaf that disappears faster than you can serve it.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 egg
Cheese and Dairy:
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup milk
Binding and Seasonings:
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup marinara sauce
Instructions
- Heat your oven to a precise 375F and grab a spacious mixing bowl.
- Crumble 1 lb ground chicken into the bowl, breaking it apart gently.
- Add 1 cup parmesan, ½ cup breadcrumbs, and ¼ cup chopped parsley to the meat.
- Mince 2 garlic cloves and sprinkle them into the mixture.
- Crack 1 egg and pour ¼ cup milk into the bowl.
- Season with 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
- Use your hands to blend all ingredients until they form a cohesive mixture.
- Transfer the blend into a loaf pan, molding it into a compact rectangular shape.
- Pour ½ cup marinara sauce directly across the top of the loaf.
- Slide the pan into the preheated 375F oven.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, checking that the center reaches 165F with a meat thermometer.
- Remove from the oven and allow the meatloaf to settle for 10 minutes.
- Slice into hearty portions and serve warm.
Notes
- Check the ground chicken’s moisture level, adding a splash more milk if the mixture seems dry to keep the meatloaf tender.
- Grate fresh parmesan for the best flavor, avoiding pre-packaged cheese that can taste less vibrant.
- Test the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure food safety and perfect doneness.
- Consider swapping marinara for tomato paste or BBQ sauce if your family prefers different flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg