Juicy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf
A tender, flavor-packed chicken meatloaf infused with garlic, Parmesan, and creamy butter glaze. This Italian-American comfort dish delivers restaurant-quality results in under an hour, with a crispy panko crust and moist interior that’s perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 60
- Total Time: 75
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Quick Dinner Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
3 lb ground chicken
1 cup whole milk
2 large eggs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (fresh or store-bought)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp garlic powder
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp unsalted butter (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper
In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, milk, eggs, softened butter, Parmesan, minced garlic, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper
Mix thoroughly until just combined, avoiding overworking the meat
Press mixture into prepared loaf pan and smooth top
Spread 1 tbsp softened butter over the meatloaf surface
Bake for 45 minutes, then gently pat remaining 1 tbsp butter over the surface
Continue baking 15 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F
Let rest 10 minutes before slicing
Notes
For gluten-free option, use gluten-free panko
Leftovers can be refrigerated for 3-4 days or frozen for 3 months
Meatloaf stays juiciest when left to rest before slicing
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.8g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 160mg