Description
This Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf is a delicious twist on the classic, combining lean ground chicken with savory ingredients for a moist and flavorful dish.
Ingredients
- Ground chicken
- Onion
- Garlic
- Seasoned breadcrumbs
- Parmesan cheese
- Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley
- Milk
- Egg
- Mozzarella cheese strings
- Marinara sauce
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a skillet, sauté finely chopped onion and minced garlic until softened and fragrant.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, sautéed onion and garlic, seasoned breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and chopped fresh parsley.
- Add milk and egg to the mixture, and mix until well combined.
- Form half of the meat mixture into a loaf shape in the prepared pan; create a well down the center and fill it with mozzarella cheese strings.
- Top with the remaining meat mixture, sealing the edges.
- Spread marinara sauce over the top.
- Mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter, then sprinkle over the meatloaf.
- Bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using homemade marinara sauce. Ensure to let the meatloaf rest to maintain moisture when slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
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