FAMILY DINNERS · CHICKEN MEATLOAF
Ground chicken, garlic and Parmesan come together in this free-form meatloaf. Panko, milk and egg bind the mixture, while a little olive oil finishes the top before baking.
- Oven
- 375°F / 190°C
- Bake
- 40–45 minutes
- Rest
- 5–10 minutes
Garlic and Parmesan in every slice
The Parmesan is mixed into the chicken, rather than added as a topping. Mix just until combined, shape the loaf on parchment and let it rest before slicing.
What you’ll need
Ground chicken, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, a large egg, Panko breadcrumbs, milk, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper and olive oil. The recipe card has the exact quantities. Photographs illustrate the preparation, not measured amounts.
How to make Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf
Prepare and mix
Preheat to 375°F / 190°C and line a baking sheet with parchment. Combine the chicken, Parmesan, garlic, Panko, milk, egg and seasonings in a large bowl. Use clean hands or a spatula to mix just until combined; avoid overmixing.
Shape and finish with olive oil
Shape the mixture on the lined baking sheet into a loaf about 8 inches long and 3 inches wide. These are loaf dimensions, not pan dimensions. Drizzle olive oil over the top.
Bake, rest and slice
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F / 75°C. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness. Rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 375°F / 190°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, Panko breadcrumbs, milk, egg and seasonings. Use clean hands or a spatula to mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet. Shape it into a loaf about 8 inches long and 3 inches wide.
- Drizzle the top with olive oil. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F / 75°C.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with your preferred sides or sauces.
Notes
Mixing and slicing tips
Mix just until combined to avoid a dense loaf. Begin checking doneness at 40 minutes with a thermometer. Give the loaf its 5–10-minute rest before cutting.
The original method also allows a lightly greased loaf pan. This photographed version uses a free-form loaf on parchment; no loaf-pan dimensions are specified.
Optional variations
Regular breadcrumbs are the source-supported alternative to Panko. The original article also suggests roasted garlic, extra breadcrumbs or Parmesan, or a tablespoon of flour as troubleshooting options. These are separate suggestions, not additions to the core recipe.
Other original variations include shredded zucchini, ricotta or Greek yogurt; mozzarella stuffing; cream cheese with spinach; or provolone with sun-dried tomatoes. Red pepper flakes, jalapeños, serranos and buffalo or chipotle sauce are optional flavor variations. The source provides no measured quantities for these variations, so they are not included in the recipe card or photographed preparation.
The source mentions almond flour, crushed pork rinds or gluten-free oats as alternative binders but does not establish substitution ratios. Do not assume a one-for-one replacement. It also suggests foil for half the baking time and butter as an alternative surface finish; the core version here uses olive oil.
Serving ideas and sauces
Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables or garlic bread. These Quick Sourdough Dinner Rolls are another option. For another garlic and Parmesan dinner, try the garlic Parmesan chicken zucchini casserole.
The original article also pairs the loaf with cauliflower mash, asparagus, zucchini noodles, polenta cakes or mushrooms. Explore Easy Vegan Kabocha Squash Recipes or The Ultimate Guide to Chipotle Black Beans Recipe for more side ideas.
Optional sauces include marinara, tomato-basil or arrabbiata; a butter, garlic, cream and Parmesan sauce; or herb-infused butter. Basil, parsley and nutmeg appear only in the original optional sauce suggestions, not the core meatloaf. No sauce quantities are specified.
For additional serving ideas, see Easy Cowboy Butter Recipe, Pineapple Cowboy Candy, How to Make Homemade Rotel and The Ultimate Einkorn Biscuits Recipe with Cream.
The salad in the serving photograph is an editorial serving suggestion only. It is not part of the meatloaf ingredients or recipe card.