Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds ground chicken
- 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the ground chicken, Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix only until the ingredients are just incorporated to prevent the meatloaf from becoming tough.
- Step 3: Press the meat mixture evenly into the prepared loaf pan. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes.
- Step 4: While the meatloaf bakes, prepare a simple glaze (for example, mix 2 tablespoons of ketchup with 1 teaspoon of brown sugar). After the initial 30 minutes, remove the meatloaf from the oven and spread the glaze evenly over the top.
- Step 5: Return the meatloaf to the oven and continue baking for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Step 6: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For best quality, leftovers can be stored tightly sealed in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or sliced and frozen individually for easy future meals.
- When reheating individual slices, cover them loosely with foil and warm slowly in a 300°F oven to retain moisture, avoiding the microwave if possible to prevent toughness.
- Serve slices alongside creamy mashed potatoes or a light arugula salad dressed simply with lemon and olive oil to balance the richness of the Parmesan.
- To ensure the chicken meatloaf stays juicy rather than dry, be sure to use gentle hands when mixing and stop immediately once the ingredients are incorporated, as overworking the mixture leads to a tough texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American