Description
Garlic parmesan chicken meatloaves showcase an Italian-inspired comfort dish that blends tender ground chicken with rich, cheesy flavors. Simple ingredients and quick preparation make this meal a perfect weeknight dinner you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground chicken
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, beaten
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup (15 grams) finely chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) milk
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) grated mozzarella cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 375F (190C), ensuring an evenly warmed cooking environment.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, thoroughly blend ground chicken with grated Parmesan, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, finely minced garlic, whisked egg, dried oregano, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Gently introduce milk to the meat mixture, stirring carefully to create a uniform consistency without overmixing.
- Craft four compact, symmetrical loaves using gentle hand movements, positioning them strategically on a prepared baking sheet.
- Delicately cascade olive oil across the surface of each meatloaf, ensuring a light, even coating for enhanced flavor and moisture.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven, allowing the meatloaves to roast for 25-30 minutes until they reach a safe internal temperature of 165F (74C), which guarantees complete cooking.
Notes
- Make sure to use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and texture in your meatloaves.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs to maintain the same binding properties.
- Add extra moisture by incorporating finely grated zucchini or grated onions into the chicken mixture, which helps prevent the meatloaves from becoming dry during baking.
- To boost protein and create a more nutritious meal, consider mixing in some finely chopped spinach or kale into the chicken blend without affecting the overall taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg