Ingredients
2 lbs ground chicken
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 large eggs
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced (for glaze)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for glaze)
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Pinch of salt
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease a loaf pan.
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In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, Parmesan, panko, eggs, garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, basil, parsley, salt, pepper, and milk. Mix gently until just combined.
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Shape mixture into a loaf on the baking sheet or press into a loaf pan.
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Bake 40–45 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
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Meanwhile, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 1–2 minutes. Stir in Parmesan and parsley; cook until slightly thickened, about 1–2 minutes.
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Brush glaze over baked meatloaf and return to oven for 5–7 minutes.
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Let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with extra parsley and serve warm.
Notes
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Avoid overmixing for tender meatloaf.
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Can be made ahead or frozen.
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Optional: add finely chopped vegetables or red pepper flakes for variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes