Description
A tender, flavor-packed twist on a classic comfort dish that stays juicy thanks to milk-soaked breadcrumbs and bold garlic and Parmesan flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground chicken (or ground turkey or lean beef)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded (or Romano cheese)
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs (or regular breadcrumbs)
- 2 large eggs
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or plant milk)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
- 1/4 cup additional Parmesan, for sprinkling
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan or baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine Panko breadcrumbs and milk; let sit for 2-3 minutes.
- Add eggs, Parmesan, garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, basil, parsley, salt, and black pepper; mix gently.
- Add ground chicken and mix until combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Transfer to the loaf pan or shape on the baking sheet; bake for 35-40 minutes.
- Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with additional Parmesan; bake for an extra 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing; garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
Letting the meatloaf rest is essential for keeping slices juicy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: chicken meatloaf, garlic, parmesan, comfort food, easy dinners, make ahead