Chicken Parmesan Meatloaf with Mozzarella and Marinara Glaze
This Chicken Parmesan Meatloaf takes everything you love about the Italian-American classic and transforms it into a juicy, cheesy, oven-baked meatloaf. Topped with a tangy marinara glaze and a bubbly layer of mozzarella, it’s high in protein and low in fuss—perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Ingredients
1 ½ lbs ground chicken
½ cup Italian breadcrumbs
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
½ tsp onion powder
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
¾ cup marinara sauce, divided
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Set to 375ºF and line a baking sheet or loaf pan with parchment.
Mix Meatloaf: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, seasonings, salt, pepper, and ¼ cup marinara. Mix until just combined.
Shape & Bake: Form into a loaf shape and place on the pan. Bake for 25 minutes.
Add Toppings: Spread remaining marinara over the top and sprinkle with mozzarella. Return to oven for 10–15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and internal temp hits 165ºF.
Rest & Serve: Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with basil or parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g