Description
A delicious and family-friendly recipe combining juicy ground chicken with savory garlic and Parmesan, creating mini meatloaves with a comforting homestyle flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or gluten-free)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, minced garlic, beaten egg, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until well incorporated.
- Add Milk: Pour the milk into the mixture and stir until everything is evenly moistened.
- Shape Loaves: Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a small loaf.
- Drizzle with Olive Oil: Place the meatloaves on a greased baking sheet and drizzle them with olive oil to help achieve a golden crust.
- Bake: Bake the meatloaves for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Optional Cheesy Topping: If using, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top of each loaf during the last 5 minutes of baking for a delicious, cheesy finish.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in your favorite herbs or spices.
- If you’re gluten-free, ensure your breadcrumbs are labeled as gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatloaf
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg