Description
These Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaves are a flavorful twist on a classic comfort food. Packed with garlic, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning, these mini meatloaves are easy to make and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatloaves:
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Topping:
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Extra Parmesan for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare tin: Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a muffin tin or line with parchment.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix gently until everything is just combined—do not overmix.
- Shape and bake: Divide the mixture into muffin cups or form freeform loaves on a baking sheet. Bake for 20–25 minutes at 375°F until cooked through.
- Add topping: In the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle mozzarella on each meatloaf and return to the oven until melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Let rest for a few minutes before serving. Sprinkle with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.
Notes
- These mini meatloaves are great for meal prep and freeze well.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.
- You can substitute ground turkey if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatloaf
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
