Quick Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf (Print)

Juicy chicken meatloaf blended with garlic, Parmesan, and herbs—an easy, comforting dish for any busy weeknight.

# Components:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 pound ground chicken
02 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
03 - 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 large egg
06 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
07 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ For Baking and Serving

11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil, for greasing and drizzling
12 - 1 tablespoon butter, melted, for topping (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a baking sheet with olive oil or line with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, add ground chicken, grated Parmesan, panko breadcrumbs, minced garlic, egg, parsley, onion powder, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
03 - Divide mixture evenly into four portions. Shape each into a compact, oval loaf approximately 3 inches long.
04 - Place shaped loaves on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the tops with olive oil to promote browning.
05 - Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of each loaf reaches 165°F and tops are golden.
06 - Optionally, drizzle melted butter over the hot meatloaves before serving. Pair with side dishes such as mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or salad.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just forty minutes with minimal hands-on work
  • Uses simple ingredients you probably already have on hand
  • Mild chicken flavor lets the garlic and Parmesan shine
  • Perfect for meal prep or freezing for later
  • Even kids get excited when these mini loaves hit the table
02 -
  • High in protein and lighter than beef versions
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully and freeze well
  • Great for sneaking in extra veggies if you chop them fine
03 -
  • Mix gently for the tenderest results. Overworking the chicken will make the loaves dense
  • Do not skip the olive oil drizzle. It really helps the tops brown and develop that roasty flavor
  • Line your baking sheet if you want extra easy cleanup. Trust me it saves a lot of scrubbing on busy nights

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