Description
This Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf is a comforting and flavorful twist on the classic meatloaf, made with lean ground chicken and enhanced by a rich Parmesan cheese and garlic mixture. Baked to perfection and topped with a tangy ketchup glaze, it’s an easy and wholesome meal perfect for family dinners. Served alongside creamy mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables, this dish offers a well-rounded, satisfying comfort food experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatloaf
- 1 lb Ground Chicken
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 medium Onion
- 1 large Egg
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- 1 tsp Dried Basil
- 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
- 1/2 cup Ketchup
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil (for greasing)
Sides
- 2 cups Mashed Potatoes
- 2 cups Steamed Vegetables
Instructions
- Preparation: Gather all ingredients and preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the meatloaf.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, finely chopped fresh parsley, minced garlic, diced onion, egg, milk, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly but gently to blend everything without overworking the mixture, which can toughen the meatloaf.
- Shape Meatloaf: Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a baking dish that has been greased with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Add Topping: Spread a generous layer of ketchup evenly over the top of the formed meatloaf. This will create a flavorful glaze during baking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 55 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted in the center reads 165°F (74°C), indicating it is fully cooked and safe to eat.
- Rest: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring moist slices.
- Serve: Slice the meatloaf and serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables for a complete, hearty meal.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute regular breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- To add a milder onion flavor, use shallots instead of regular onions.
- Roasted garlic can be used instead of raw garlic for a sweeter, less pungent flavor.
- Non-dairy milk like almond or oat milk can replace cow’s milk to accommodate lactose intolerance.
- Adjust or omit red pepper flakes to control the spice level.
- Ensure not to overmix the meat mixture to keep the meatloaf tender.
