Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaves are a delicious twist on traditional meatloaf, perfect for any occasion. These mini loaves blend savory ground chicken with the rich flavors of garlic and Parmesan cheese, making them a crowd-pleaser at family dinners or casual gatherings. With just 15 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of baking time, they are an excellent choice for busy weeknights or meal prepping for the week ahead. Not only are they flavorful and satisfying, but they also offer a healthier alternative to classic meatloaf, thanks to the use of lean ground chicken. Whether served as a main dish or used in sandwiches, these bite-sized delights are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 25 grams grated mozzarella cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, parsley, minced garlic, beaten egg, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Gently mix in whole milk until all ingredients are combined.
- Shape the mixture into four mini loaves and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil and optionally sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini loaf (113g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg