Description
A tender, juicy ground‑chicken loaf infused with garlic, Parmesan, Italian herbs, and a melty mozzarella finish—perfect for an easy and comforting dinner any night.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko or seasoned)
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped onion
- Optional: 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Optional: 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Optional: 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Optional topping: 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic, egg, milk, salt, pepper, and any optional ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the prepared pan.
- Drizzle or brush olive oil on top for a golden crust.
- Bake for about 45 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165 °F (74 °C).
- If using mozzarella, sprinkle it on top during the last 5 minutes of baking until melted and bubbly.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing to retain juiciness.
Notes
- Do not overmix the meat mixture to keep the meatloaf tender.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165 °F internally.
- Letting it rest before slicing helps retain moisture.
- Leftovers make great sandwiches or can be reheated easily.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
