Description
Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf is a flavorful, healthy twist on a classic dish, featuring tender ground chicken and savory Parmesan cheese for an impressive family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic powder
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped (or 2 tsp dried basil)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (or 2 tsp dried parsley)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking dish or loaf pan by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.
- Mix Your Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, garlic powder, basil, parsley, and egg. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Shape Your Meatloaf: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish or shape it into a loaf on a lined baking sheet. Aim for an even loaf shape.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix ketchup with balsamic vinegar if using. Spread this sauce generously over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake It Up: Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for about 45-55 minutes or until cooked through. The internal temperature should reach at least 165°F (74°C).
- Serve It Up: Let the meatloaf rest for about ten minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute. Serve with additional sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients whenever possible for maximum flavor. Allowing the meatloaf to rest after cooking helps maintain moisture. Feel free to customize by adding vegetables like chopped spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition.