Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf
A delicious and comforting meatloaf made with ground chicken, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, perfect for family dinners and cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground chicken
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for topping)
- ¼ cup milk Use almond or oat milk for dairy-free
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten Can use flax eggs for vegan option
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your workspace.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs until well-blended.
- Add the panko bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the bowl and gently fold until just combined.
- In a small skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the sautéed garlic and chopped parsley into the mixture.
- Fold in the ground chicken gently.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased loaf pan and shape it into an even loaf.
- Mix melted butter and garlic powder in a bowl to create a topping, and brush it on top of the meatloaf.
- Sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese on top.
- Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the loaf pan.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- Slice and serve warm.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave.