Description
Juicy and flavorful Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf made with ground chicken, panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and a rich garlic butter topping. This family-friendly dinner delivers classic comfort with a lighter feel and dependable results.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground chicken
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a loaf pan.
- Prepare all ingredients by mincing the garlic and measuring everything ahead of time.
- In a large bowl, gently combine ground chicken, panko, Parmesan, garlic, eggs, milk, parsley, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until just mixed.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan and shape it evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, and Parmesan for the topping.
- Spoon the garlic butter mixture evenly over the meatloaf.
- Bake for 60–70 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix the meatloaf mixture or it may become dense.
- Use a meat thermometer to confirm the meatloaf reaches 165°F.
- Allow the meatloaf to rest before slicing to retain moisture.
- Customize with chopped onions, bell peppers, or mushrooms if desired.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg