Here’s a delicious and easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf recipe—flavorful, tender, and perfect for a family dinner or meal prep.
🍗 Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf
🧾 Ingredients (4 servings)
- 1 lb (450g) ground chicken
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 2–3 tbsp ketchup or tomato sauce (for topping)
🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat oven
- Preheat to 375°F (190°C)
- Lightly grease a loaf pan or line with parchment paper
2. Prepare the meat mixture
- In a large bowl, combine:
- Ground chicken
- Breadcrumbs
- Parmesan
- Garlic, onion
- Egg and milk
- Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, parsley
- Mix gently until well combined (don’t overmix—keeps meatloaf tender)
3. Shape and top
- Transfer mixture to loaf pan or shape into a loaf on a baking sheet
- Spread ketchup or tomato sauce evenly on top
4. Bake
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until cooked through (internal temp: 165°F / 74°C)
- Optional: broil 2–3 minutes at the end for a golden top
💡 Tips
- For extra flavor, add a bit of minced roasted garlic or grated mozzarella inside
- Serve with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a side salad
- Leftovers are great for sandwiches
If you want, I can give a mini muffin version of this chicken meatloaf that’s perfect for snacks, lunchboxes, or portion control.
