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Close-up of Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf after baking, with melted cheese and fresh parsley garnish on top.

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf

A tender and flavorful meatloaf with a crispy parmesan crust, bringing a twist to your classic meatloaf dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: main dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 313
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ⅔ pounds ground chicken use lean or regular ground chicken
  • ¾ cup Italian breadcrumbs or plain breadcrumbs for a milder flavor
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese adds richness and flavor
  • ⅓ cup finely chopped yellow onion adds a mild sweetness
  • 5 cloves minced garlic for a burst of flavor
  • 1 large egg binds the meatloaf together
  • ¼ cup whole milk for moisture
  • 3 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley adds freshness and color
  • 1 teaspoon salt for seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper for a touch of heat
  • ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese for a crispy, golden crust

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×5×2-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 ⅔ pounds ground chicken, ¾ cup breadcrumbs, ½ cup grated parmesan, ⅓ cup chopped onion, 5 cloves garlic, 1 egg, ¼ cup milk, 3 tablespoons parsley, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper.
  3. Use your hands or a large spoon to mix everything until evenly combined.
  4. Shape the mixture into a loaf and transfer it into the prepared loaf pan.
  5. Top the meatloaf with ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese and the remaining 1 tablespoon of parsley.
  6. Bake the meatloaf for 1 hour in the preheated oven. For a golden finish, broil for the last 2 minutes, but watch carefully to avoid burning.

Nutrition

Serving: 180gCalories: 313kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 29gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 143mgSodium: 953mgPotassium: 711mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 397IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 233mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This juicy chicken meatloaf with garlic and parmesan is easy to make and perfect for family dinners. It's a twist on the traditional meatloaf, delivering amazing flavor and texture with a crispy top!

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