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Sliced garlic Parmesan chicken meatloaf on a plate, topped with melted cheese and herbs

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf


  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 46 servings 1x

Description

This garlic Parmesan chicken meatloaf is a flavorful, juicy twist on a classic dinner favorite. Easy to make, comforting, and customizable.


Ingredients

Scale
  • lbs ground chicken
  • ¾ cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella (optional)
  • Topping:
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet or grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, egg, milk, seasonings, and parsley.
  3. Shape into a loaf or place in a loaf pan.
  4. Bake for 35–40 minutes or until internal temp reaches 165°F.
  5. Mix the topping ingredients in a small bowl.
  6. Brush topping over meatloaf at 30-minute mark. Return to oven for 5–10 more minutes.
  7. Add mozzarella in final 5 minutes if desired.
  8. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use ground turkey if preferred.
  • To make it gluten-free, substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
  • Customize with chopped spinach or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
  • Great for meal prep—freezes well in slices.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of loaf)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

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