Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaves Recipe
These garlic Parmesan chicken meatloaves are a flavorful and comforting dish featuring ground chicken combined with Parmesan cheese, fresh herbs, and garlic, baked into individual mini loaves topped with mozzarella cheese and olive oil. Perfect as a protein-packed main course that’s easy to prepare and delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 4 mini meatloaves (serves 4) 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Meatloaf Mixture
- 450 grams ground chicken
- 60 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 60 grams breadcrumbs
- 15 grams fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 60 millilitres whole milk
Topping
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 25 grams grated mozzarella cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare oven: Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow for easy cleanup.
- Combine base ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the ground chicken, grated Parmesan, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, minced garlic, beaten egg, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well incorporated.
- Incorporate liquids: Pour the whole milk into the mixture and gently combine until the mixture is uniform and holds together without being overly wet.
- Shape mini loaves: Divide the mixture evenly into four portions. Shape each portion into a compact mini loaf and place them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Top and bake: Drizzle each mini loaf with olive oil. Optionally, sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese over the tops for a cheesy crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the meatloaves are golden brown and have an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F).
- Rest and serve: Remove the meatloaves from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute before serving.
Notes
- Using ground chicken keeps this recipe lean and healthy, but you can substitute with turkey if preferred.
- Make sure not to overmix the meat mixture to keep the meatloaves tender.
- Feel free to add finely chopped vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
- The mozzarella topping is optional but adds a lovely melted cheesy layer.
- These mini loaves can be reheated well for leftovers and freeze nicely for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini meatloaf (approx. 160 grams)
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 1.2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0.8 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
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