Description
This Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf is a tender, cheesy, and flavorful twist on a classic comfort food, made with lean ground chicken, Parmesan, and a buttery garlic glaze.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-style)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg, beaten
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tsp garlic powder (or 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 Tbsp melted butter
- 2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder (or 1 clove fresh garlic, minced)
- 1 Tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, milk, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the prepared pan, smoothing the top.
- Bake for about 40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- While baking, whisk together the glaze ingredients: melted butter, Parmesan, garlic powder, and parsley.
- After 40 minutes, brush the glaze over the meatloaf and return to the oven for 5–10 more minutes until golden and fragrant.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the meat mixture to maintain tenderness.
- Use a thermometer to ensure doneness—165°F is ideal.
- Customize with diced onion, bell pepper, or spices for variation.
- Freeze leftovers in foil for up to 3 months; thaw before reheating.
- Shape free-form on a baking sheet for a faster cook time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/4 loaf)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
