Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf
This Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf is a cheesy, savory twist on classic meatloaf, made with juicy ground chicken, Parmesan, mozzarella, and plenty of garlic. Baked as mini loaves for extra crispy edges, it’s a family-friendly, protein-packed dinner that’s easy, comforting, and full of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 mini meatloaves 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs ground chicken
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus 1/2 cup for topping)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (plus 1/2 cup for topping)
- 3/4 cup plain breadcrumbs (panko or regular; use gluten-free if needed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened non-dairy)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for drizzling on top, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a muffin tin for individual loaves.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, 1 cup Parmesan, 1 cup mozzarella, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, garlic, onion, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions. Shape each into a small loaf (about 1 1/2 inches thick) and place on the prepared baking sheet, or press into muffin tin cups about 3/4 full.
- In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup Parmesan and 1/2 cup mozzarella. Sprinkle evenly over each meatloaf. Drizzle with olive oil if desired.
- Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). For extra crispy cheese, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end.
- Let the meatloaves rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra parsley.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond flour. Do not overmix the meat mixture to keep the loaves tender. Add a splash of milk or a spoonful of Greek yogurt if the mixture seems dry. Double the recipe and freeze extras for easy future meals. Let meatloaves rest before serving for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini meatloaf (1/6th of recipe)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 9
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 28
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