Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf
A comfort classic with an Italian twist, this meatloaf is inspired by Sunday dinners where leftovers meant delicious sandwiches the next day. Juicy ground chicken, melty mozzarella centers, and a cheesy, golden topping make it a crowd-pleaser that’s both hearty and full of charm.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 50 mins
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients
Meatloaf:
2 tbsp olive oil
⅓ cup finely diced onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 lbs ground chicken
½ cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tsp milk
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp salt
3 mozzarella cheese sticks, cut into ½″ slices
Topping:
½ cup marinara sauce
2 tbsp panko bread crumbs
1½ tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp melted butter
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until soft. Let cool.
In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, milk, Parmesan, egg, parsley, seasoning, salt, and cooled onion mixture.
Form half the mixture into a loaf shape on a lined baking sheet. Lay mozzarella stick pieces in the center. Cover with remaining chicken mixture and seal edges.
Spoon marinara sauce over the top.
Mix panko, Parmesan, butter, and parsley. Sprinkle over sauce, then top with shredded mozzarella.
Bake for 45–55 minutes until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F. Let rest 10 mins before slicing.
Notes
Cheesy, juicy, and packed with Italian flavor—this meatloaf is comfort food done right!
Nutrition
- Calories: 360
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 30g
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