Description
This Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf is a flavorful and moist dish featuring ground chicken combined with fresh garlic, sautéed onions, and Parmesan cheese. Enhanced with soy sauce and breadcrumbs, this meatloaf offers a perfect balance of savory and cheesy tastes, baked to perfection for a comforting main course.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray to ensure the meatloaf doesn’t stick during baking.
- Sauté Onions: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onions until they become soft and translucent, which usually takes about 5 minutes. This step enhances their sweetness and flavor.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the ground chicken, sautéed onions, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, soy sauce, salt, pepper, and half of the Parmesan cheese until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Shape Meatloaf: Transfer the mixture into the greased baking dish and shape it into a loaf form, ensuring it is compact and evenly formed for uniform cooking.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top of the meatloaf. You may optionally add paprika or Italian seasoning for extra flavor and color.
- Bake: Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) to ensure it is fully cooked and safe to eat.
- Rest & Serve: Once baked, let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows juices to redistribute, making each slice moist and flavorful.
Notes
- You can substitute Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs if you prefer added herbs for more flavor.
- Using low-sodium soy sauce helps control the salt levels in the meatloaf.
- Letting the meatloaf rest before slicing ensures it holds together better and remains juicy.
- Optional seasonings like paprika or Italian herbs can be adjusted based on personal preference.
- For a crispier top, broil the meatloaf for the last 2-3 minutes but watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken meatloaf, garlic parmesan, ground chicken recipe, baked meatloaf, easy dinner, low fat meatloaf
