03/24/2025
# # # π§π§ **Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf** ππ
A **juicy, flavorful twist** on classic meatloafβloaded with **garlic, Parmesan, and melty mozzarella** for a comforting, cheesy bite in every slice!
# # # # **π Ingredients:**
- π **1 lb** ground chicken
- π **Β½ cup** breadcrumbs (Panko works great!)
- π§ **β
cup** grated Parmesan cheese
- π§ **Β½ cup** shredded mozzarella cheese
- π₯ **1 egg**, lightly beaten
- π§ **3 cloves garlic**, minced
- π§
**Β½ small onion**, finely diced
- πΏ **1 tsp** Italian seasoning
- π§ **Salt & pepper**, to taste
- πΏ **2 tbsp** fresh parsley, chopped
- π« **1 tbsp** olive oil
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# # # # **π¨βπ³ Instructions:**
1οΈβ£ **Preheat & Prep:**
- Preheat your oven to **375Β°F (190Β°C).**
- Lightly grease a **loaf pan** or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2οΈβ£ **Mix It Up:**
- In a large bowl, combine **ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, mozzarella, egg, garlic, onion, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and parsley**.
- Mix until just combinedβdonβt overmix, or your meatloaf may turn out dense!
3οΈβ£ **Shape & Bake:**
- Transfer the mixture to the loaf pan (or shape it into a loaf on a baking sheet).
- Drizzle **olive oil** over the top to keep it juicy.
- Bake for **35β40 minutes**, or until the internal temp reaches **165Β°F (74Β°C).**
4οΈβ£ **Let It Rest:**
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for **5β10 minutes** before slicing.
5οΈβ£ **Optional Serving Idea:**
- Serve with **garlic mashed potatoes π₯** and a crisp **Caesar salad π₯** for the ultimate comfort meal!
π **Prep Time:** 10 min | β³ **Cook Time:** 40 min | π½οΈ **Servings:** 4
π¬ **Would you drizzle this with marinara or enjoy it as-is? Let me know! π**