Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaves offer a flavorful twist on the classic meatloaf, combining lean ground chicken with savory garlic, rich Parmesan cheese, and aromatic herbs. These individual mini loaves are baked to perfection, resulting in a juicy interior and a golden, cheesy crust. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, they pair wonderfully with a variety of sides.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, parsley, minced garlic, beaten egg, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Add the milk to the mixture and stir until the mixture is moist and holds together.
- Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a mini loaf. Place the loaves on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle the tops of the meatloaves with olive oil to promote browning.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- If using, sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese on top of each loaf during the last 5 minutes of baking. Allow the cheese to melt and become bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let the meatloaves rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond flour.
- Ground turkey can be used in place of ground chicken if preferred.
- Ensure not to overmix the meat mixture to keep the meatloaves tender.
- Leftover meatloaves can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini meatloaf
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg