Description
A lighter twist on traditional meatloaf featuring ground chicken, garlic, and Parmesan for a comforting yet healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet, sauté the diced onions over medium heat for about 5 minutes until soft.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, sautéed onions, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, soy sauce, salt, pepper, and half of the Parmesan cheese; mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top, optionally add paprika or Italian seasoning.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the meatloaf rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Garnish with fresh parsley or basil for presentation. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for 2-3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: meatloaf, chicken, garlic, parmesan, easy dinner