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Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf

Savory Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf for Cozy Family Dinners

This Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf redefines comfort food with lean chicken and bold flavors, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken A lean protein base
  • 1 cup Seasoned Breadcrumbs Gluten-free varieties can be used
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Or Pecorino Romano for variation
  • 2 large Eggs Essential for binding
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; always use fresh
  • 1 small Yellow Onion Finely chopped; can substitute with shallots
  • 1/2 cup Milk Can use almond milk for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped; can substitute with basil or cilantro
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning Feel free to create your mix
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Optional; use dairy-free options if desired
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For brushing

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Oven
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, seasoned breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, minced garlic, finely chopped onion, milk, fresh parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir gently until just combined.
  3. Transfer the mixture into a greased loaf pan, shaping it into a loaf. Smooth the top with a spatula.
  4. Lightly brush the top of the meatloaf with olive oil.
  5. Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  6. For an extra layer of flavor, add shredded mozzarella cheese on top during the last 5 minutes of baking.
  7. Once baked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 480mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients and avoiding overmixing are key to a juicy meatloaf. Allow to rest before slicing for best results.

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