Melt-in-Your-Mouth Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf
Tender, juicy, and full of savory flavor, this melt-in-your-mouth garlic parmesan chicken meatloaf is a comforting twist on a classic.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf:
1 lb ground chicken (preferably lean)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for a low-carb version)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 large egg
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil (for greasing the pan)
For the Garlic Parmesan Glaze:
1/4 cup melted butter
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp dried parsley
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan with olive oil or line it with parchment paper.
Prepare the Meatloaf Mixture:
In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, parsley, garlic, onion, egg, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well until fully combined (but don’t overmix).
Shape and Bake:
Transfer the meatloaf mixture into the prepared loaf pan and shape it into a loaf. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the meatloaf is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Make the Garlic Parmesan Glaze:
While the meatloaf is baking, melt the butter in a small bowl. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper until combined.
Glaze the Meatloaf:
When the meatloaf is done baking, remove it from the oven. Brush the garlic Parmesan glaze generously over the top of the meatloaf.
Final Bake:
Return the glazed meatloaf to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the glaze to set and the flavors to meld.
Serve:
Let the meatloaf rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
If you don’t have a loaf pan, you can bake the meatloaf on a parchment-lined baking sheet, shaping it into a loaf shape.
For extra flavor, consider adding sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers to the meat mixture.
You can freeze the unbaked meatloaf (without the glaze) for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and bake as usual.
