Description
Savory garlic parmesan chicken meatloaves blend comforting home cooking with gourmet flair, bringing Italian-inspired flavors to your dinner table. Crispy edges, juicy centers, and a cheesy topping make this dish a delightful centerpiece you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats:
- 1 pound (450 grams) ground chicken
Dairy & Binding Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup (30 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup (25 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) milk
- 1 large egg
Dry Ingredients & Seasonings:
- ½ cup (50 grams) breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Additional Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the culinary workspace by heating the oven to a precise 375F (190C). Create a cooking surface by lining a baking sheet or lightly coating a muffin tin with a thin layer of oil.
- In a generously sized mixing vessel, harmonize ground chicken with crisp breadcrumbs, aged Parmesan, a whisked egg, minced garlic, aromatic Italian herbs, seasoning, and a splash of milk. Tenderly fold the ingredients with a light touch, ensuring minimal manipulation to preserve the delicate texture.
- Thoughtfully portion the protein mixture into 4-6 uniform mounds, sculpting each into a compact, elegant form. Carefully nestle these miniature loaves onto the prepared cooking surface.
- Transfer the assembled meatloaves into the preheated oven, allowing them to roast for approximately 20 minutes, developing a rich golden exterior.
- Carefully extract the partially cooked meatloaves and crown each with a generous blanket of molten mozzarella. Return to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes, ensuring the cheese melts luxuriously and the internal temperature reaches a safe 165F (74C).
- Complete the culinary presentation by scattering fresh parsley and a delicate snowfall of Parmesan across the top. Accompany these savory morsels with creamy mashed potatoes, caramelized roasted vegetables, or a crisp, refreshing salad.
Notes
- Ensure even mixing by using a light hand when combining ingredients, preventing tough and dense meatloaves.
- Opt for fresh garlic cloves instead of pre-minced for more vibrant, robust flavor that elevates the entire dish.
- Use a meat thermometer to accurately check internal temperature, guaranteeing perfectly cooked chicken without dryness.
- Transform this recipe into a gluten-free version by substituting breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free panko for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 470 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg