Juicy Garlic Parmesan Chicken (Print)

A tender chicken loaf infused with garlic and Parmesan for a flavorful, cozy dinner.

# Components:

→ Meatloaf

01 - 2 pounds ground chicken (or ground turkey or lean pork)
02 - 1 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
03 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
08 - 1 teaspoon dried basil
09 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley
10 - 1 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1/2 cup whole milk

→ Glaze & Garnish

13 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
14 - 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease a loaf pan.
02 - In a large bowl, gently mix ground chicken, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, eggs, minced garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, dried parsley, salt, pepper, and milk until just combined; avoid overmixing.
03 - Form the mixture into a loaf shape and place it on the prepared baking sheet or inside the greased loaf pan.
04 - Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the loaf is firm.
05 - While baking, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Optionally add a clove of minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, then stir in Parmesan and half the parsley, cooking until slightly thickened.
06 - Remove meatloaf from oven, brush top with garlic-Parmesan glaze, then return to oven for an additional 5 to 7 minutes until golden and bubbly.
07 - Allow meatloaf to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with remaining parsley and serve warm.

# Chef Secrets:

01 -
  • Tender and flavorful
  • Packed with garlic and Parmesan
02 -
  • For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • For a dairy-free version, use plant-based milk and omit Parmesan or use a vegan hard cheese alternative
03 -
  • Do not overmix the meatloaf mixture to keep it tender
  • Use fresh garlic for the best flavor in the glaze
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