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Ground Chicken Meatloaf

CookitwithTim
This easy Ground Chicken Meatloaf is a lighter twist on classic meatloaf, made with ground chicken, Parmesan, Panko breadcrumbs, and savory seasonings. Topped with marinara and melted mozzarella, it's a flavorful family dinner that's perfect for busy weeknights and delicious leftovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 319 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs Ground Chicken
  • 1½ cups Panko Bread Crumbs
  • ¾ cups Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce
  • 3 tablespoon Worcestershire
  • ½ cup Onion Diced
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Grated
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh Parsley

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Prepare a baking dish by adding a liner for easy cleanup. Dice the onions.
  • Sauté the Onion: Heat a little olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until tender. ½ cup Onion
  • Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. 1 tsp Garlic Powder 1½ cups Panko Bread Crumbs 1 tsp salt ½ tsp Black Pepper
  • Add the Wet Ingredients: Add half the marinara sauce, eggs, Parmesan cheese, and Worcestershire sauce. 1 cup Marinara Sauce 2 Eggs ¾ cups Parmesan Cheese 3 tbsp Worcestershire
  • Add the Ground Chicken: Add the ground chicken and sautéed onions to the mixture. Gently combine until just mixed. Don't overmix the meat, or your meatloaf can become dense. 2 lbs Ground Chicken
  • Form the Meatloaf: Place the mixture into your prepared baking dish and form it into a loaf. Spread the remaining marinara sauce over the top. Bake for 45 minutes.
  • Add the Cheese: Top the meatloaf with mozzarella cheese. Add a little extra marinara sauce if desired. Continue baking for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese
  • Rest Before Serving: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve. 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley

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Notes

  • Mix the dry ingredients first. Combining the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper before adding the wet ingredients helps distribute the seasonings evenly throughout the meatloaf.
  • Don't overmix. Once you add the ground chicken, gently fold in the ingredients together until everything is just combined. Overmixing can make the meatloaf dense and tough.
  • Use a liner for easy cleanup. Lining your baking dish makes cleanup much easier and helps prevent the meatloaf from sticking to the dish.
  • Resting is Key. Let the meatloaf sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the loaf to retain it juciness.
Refrigerate: Store leftover Ground Chicken Meatloaf in an airtight container or tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Freeze: Allow the meatloaf to cool completely, then wrap individual slices tightly in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe container or bag. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheat: Reheat individual slices in the microwave until warmed through, or place in the air fryer at 350°F until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 319kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 30gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 154mgSodium: 935mgPotassium: 822mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 441IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 258mgIron: 3mg
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