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Irresistible Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf

Irresistible Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf

This Irresistible Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf combines tender ground chicken with bold fresh garlic and nutty Parmesan cheese for a lighter take on classic comfort food. The mixture stays moist thanks to sautéed onions and a perfect breadcrumb ratio, while a golden cheese crust forms on top during baking. Ready in just over an hour with minimal hands-on time, it's an easy weeknight dinner that feels special enough for company.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground chicken not extra-lean
  • 4-6 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated, divided
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs plain or Italian-seasoned
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce low-sodium preferred
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Baking dish or sheet pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Medium skillet
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, cooled onions, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, soy sauce, salt, pepper, and half the Parmesan. Mix gently but thoroughly until just combined.
  4. Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish and shape into a loaf. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan over the top.
  5. Bake for 45-50 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use room-temperature ingredients for better mixing. Fresh garlic delivers maximum flavor. Let the meatloaf rest the full 10 minutes for clean slices and better texture. Leftovers store in an airtight container up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.