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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf Recipe

Lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with cooking spray or olive oil Recipe
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Indulge in the savory goodness of Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf. This ultimate comfort food recipe blends ground chicken, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic garlic into a mouthwatering dish that’s sure to please the whole family.

Ingredients

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Meatloaf:

  • 2 lbs ground chicken
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Garlic Butter Topping:

  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk and lightly beaten eggs.
  2. Add Dry Ingredients: Add the panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese (½ cup), Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  3. Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
  4. Incorporate Garlic and Parsley: Pour the sautéed garlic and oil into the mixing bowl with the other ingredients. Add the chopped fresh parsley.
  5. Add Ground Chicken: Gently add the ground chicken to the mixing bowl. Mix everything together until just combined.
  6. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan with cooking spray or olive oil.
  8. Shape Meatloaf: Gently transfer the meatloaf mixture to the prepared loaf pan. Shape the mixture into an even loaf.
  9. Create Garlic Butter Topping: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and garlic powder.
  10. Brush with Garlic Butter: Brush the top of the meatloaf with the garlic butter mixture.
  11. Sprinkle with Parmesan Cheese: Sprinkle the top of the meatloaf with additional grated Parmesan cheese.
  12. Add Chicken Broth to the Pan: Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the loaf pan, around the meatloaf.
  13. Bake Meatloaf: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  14. Check for Doneness: The meatloaf is done when the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork.
  15. Rest Meatloaf: Once the meatloaf is cooked through, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
  16. Slice Meatloaf: After the meatloaf has rested, carefully slice it into even slices.
  17. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf immediately.

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