Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf Recipe is a healthier twist on a classic, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground Chicken (Substitute with ground turkey if desired.)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs (Panko preferred for crunch, gluten-free options available.)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (Freshly grated yields the best results.)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Fresh garlic is best, substitute with garlic powder if needed.)
- 1/4 cup Parsley (Substitute with basil or spinach if needed.)
- 1 large Egg
- 1/4 cup Milk
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Pepper
- 1/2 cup Ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella
- 1/2 cup Chopped Onion (Finely chopped for blending.)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan by lining with parchment or greasing.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, and onion. Add eggs, milk, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in shredded mozzarella cheese if using.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the prepared pan.
- Combine ketchup, Parmesan, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce for the glaze. Brush over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.
Notes
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg