Description

This Juicy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf is a flavorful and comforting dish featuring ground chicken mixed with Parmesan cheese, garlic, herbs, and breadcrumbs, baked to perfection with a savory garlic butter glaze. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, it offers a delicious twist on traditional meatloaf with a moist texture and rich flavor.

Ingredients

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For the Meatloaf

2 pounds Ground Chicken or ground turkey or lean pork
1 cup Parmesan Cheese, shredded (or Romano cheese)
1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs
2 large Eggs (for binding)
4 cloves Minced Garlic (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Dried Basil
1 teaspoon Dried Parsley
1 teaspoon Salt (adjust to taste)
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (adjust to taste)
1/2 cup Whole Milk or plant milk (if dairy-free)
2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (for glaze)

For the Glaze

1/4 cup Additional Parmesan (for sprinkling)
2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or grease a loaf pan for the meatloaf.
Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, eggs, minced garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, dried parsley, salt, black pepper, and milk. Stir gently until all ingredients are just combined to avoid overworking the meat.
Form Loaf: Shape the mixture into a loaf form and transfer it onto the prepared baking sheet or place it in the greased loaf pan, ensuring an even shape for uniform cooking.
Bake Meatloaf: Place the loaf in the oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F), indicating the meat is thoroughly cooked and safe to eat.
Prepare Glaze: While the meatloaf bakes, melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Then, stir in the additional Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, cooking the mixture until it thickens slightly to form a creamy glaze.
Glaze and Finish Baking: Remove the meatloaf from the oven, brush the prepared garlic Parmesan glaze evenly over the top, and return it to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes to set the glaze and enhance the flavor.
Rest and Serve: Allow the meatloaf to rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven. Then, slice the meatloaf and garnish with extra fresh parsley. Serve warm, optionally with a sprinkle of extra Parmesan for added flavor.

Notes

Serve with a sprinkle of extra Parmesan for an enhanced cheesy flavor.
This meatloaf is ideal for meal prep and can be made ahead of time, then refrigerated or frozen.
Adjust garlic amount based on personal preference for milder or stronger garlic flavor.
Use dairy-free milk and butter alternatives to make this recipe dairy-free.
Ensure internal temperature of 74°C (165°F) to guarantee the ground poultry is fully cooked.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 17 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 20 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 30 g
Cholesterol: 120 mg