Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf
This Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf is juicy, cheesy, and loaded with bold garlic and herb flavors. Made with ground chicken, mozzarella, and Parmesan, it’s a lighter twist on classic meatloaf that’s perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs ground chicken
- 2 eggs
- ¾ cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley plus more for garnish
- 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter for brushing
- Extra mozzarella and Parmesan for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet or loaf pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, eggs, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, mozzarella, garlic, seasoning, milk, and parsley.
- Shape into a loaf and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush with olive oil or butter. Sprinkle additional mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes or until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Broil for 2–3 minutes for a golden top, if desired.
- Let rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
Resting the meatloaf before slicing ensures a juicy texture.
You can prep this a day ahead and refrigerate before baking.
Try mini meatloaves using a muffin tin for quicker cooking!