Description
Garlic parmesan chicken meatloaves blend comfort and elegance in one hearty dish. Savory herbs, rich cheese, and tender meat promise a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) ground chicken
Cheese and Dry Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Herbs, Seasonings, and Binding Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (15 grams) chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and equipment, ensuring ground chicken is fresh and chilled.
- Combine ground chicken with grated Parmesan, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, minced garlic, beaten egg, milk, oregano, salt, and pepper in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Gently fold ingredients together, avoiding overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
- Divide mixture into 6-8 uniform portions, shaping each into compact, oval-shaped miniature meatloaves.
- Arrange meatloaves on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving slight spacing between each.
- Create a flavor-enhancing topping by whisking remaining Parmesan, parsley, melted butter, and garlic powder until well incorporated.
- Generously drizzle and spread the prepared topping across each meatloaf’s surface, ensuring even coverage.
- Slide baking sheet into a preheated 375F (190C) oven, positioning rack in the middle.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, monitoring internal temperature until it reaches 165F (74C) for safe consumption.
- Allow meatloaves to rest for 3-5 minutes after removing from oven, which helps redistribute internal juices.
- Transfer to serving plates, garnishing with additional fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Make meatloaves ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking to let flavors meld and deepen.
- Use ground turkey as a lean protein alternative with identical preparation method.
- For gluten-free version, swap regular breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs to maintain texture.
- Control portion sizes easily by using a small ice cream scoop or measuring cup when shaping individual meatloaves for consistent sizing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 332 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 484 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg