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Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf Recipe

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This Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf is a delicious and comforting dish featuring ground chicken blended with aromatic herbs, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella. A moist and flavorful meatloaf baked to perfection, topped with a cheesy breadcrumb crust, and served with marinara sauce for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Meatloaf Mixture

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 80 g onion (finely diced)
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 900 g ground chicken
  • 60 g seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 2 teaspoons milk
  • 30 g Parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 mozzarella cheese strings (cut into 1 cm slices)

Topping & Sauce

  • 120 ml marinara sauce
  • 2 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs
  • 20 g Parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 1 tablespoon butter (melted)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 120 g mozzarella cheese (shredded)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
  2. Sauté Onion and Garlic: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the finely diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until translucent and softened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool completely to prevent cooking the egg in the meat mixture prematurely.
  3. Prepare Meat Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, cooled onion and garlic mixture, seasoned breadcrumbs, milk, grated Parmesan, egg, chopped parsley, Italian seasoning, and salt. Mix gently until just combined, taking care not to overwork the meat to keep the meatloaf tender.
  4. Shape Meatloaf and Add Cheese: Pat two-thirds of the chicken mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, forming a rectangle approximately 20 cm by 10 cm. Lay the mozzarella cheese string pieces down the center of this base layer. Then, cover with the remaining chicken mixture, shaping and sealing it into a loaf shape enclosing the cheese in the center.
  5. Add Marinara Sauce and Bake: Spread marinara sauce evenly over the top of the meatloaf. Place it in the oven and bake for 45 minutes, allowing the meat to cook through.
  6. Prepare Topping Mixture: While the meatloaf is baking, combine the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, melted butter, and chopped parsley in a small bowl to make the topping.
  7. Add Cheese and Breadcrumb Topping: After 45 minutes, remove the meatloaf from the oven. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top, then sprinkle the prepared breadcrumb mixture over the cheese.
  8. Finish Baking: Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the topping is golden brown and crispy, and the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F) to ensure safety.
  9. Rest and Serve: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and allow it to rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This resting period helps retain moisture and makes slicing easier.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the meat mixture to keep the meatloaf tender and juicy.
  • Ensure the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F) for safe consumption of poultry.
  • Letting the meatloaf rest after baking improves texture and flavor.
  • You can substitute mozzarella cheese strings with regular mozzarella cut into sticks if unavailable.
  • Use fresh parsley for best flavor, but dried can be used in a pinch (reduce quantity).
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently.

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