Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf Dinner (Printable Version)
Savory chicken meatloaf with Parmesan, herbs, gooey mozzarella center, and crisp marinara topping.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Mixture
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1/3 cup finely diced onion
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 pounds ground chicken
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1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
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2 teaspoons milk
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 large egg
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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3 mozzarella cheese strings, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
→ Topping
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1/2 cup marinara sauce
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2 tablespoons panko bread crumbs
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1 1/2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tablespoon butter, melted
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a loaf pan with foil and lightly grease with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until softened and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
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In a large bowl, thoroughly mix ground chicken, seasoned bread crumbs, milk, grated Parmesan, egg, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and the cooled onion and garlic.
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Transfer mixture to the prepared loaf pan, shaping into a compact 8 by 4-inch loaf for even cooking.
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Spread marinara sauce evenly over the shaped chicken mixture.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes until partially set and crusted.
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While baking, in a small bowl, mix panko bread crumbs, grated Parmesan, melted butter, and parsley until combined.
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Remove meatloaf from oven. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly, then add breadcrumb mixture on top.
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Return pan to oven and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and topping is golden.
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Let meatloaf rest for 10 minutes after baking. Slice and serve warm.
# Additional Notes:
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Allow the aromatics to cool completely before combining with the meat to avoid premature cooking of the egg.
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Letting the loaf rest after baking ensures the juices redistribute, resulting in a moist texture.