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Savory Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf Recipe with Crispy Golden Crust Perfect for Dinner

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A lighter, flavorful twist on classic meatloaf using ground chicken and a crispy Parmesan crust, perfect for a comforting and satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs ground chicken (93% lean)
  • 3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese (75 g)
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (90 g), plain or Italian seasoned, panko works well
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup milk (60 ml), whole or 2%
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (15 g)
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (15 ml)
  • 1 tsp onion powder (5 g)
  • 1 tsp salt (5 g)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper (2.5 g)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (30 ml) for brushing the crust

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine the finely grated Parmesan with 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of olive oil to form a spreadable paste.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, add ground chicken, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, minced garlic, chopped parsley, Dijon mustard, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Gently mix with clean hands or a spoon until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a prepared baking pan or sheet and shape into a loaf about 8×4 inches (20×10 cm).
  6. Spread the Parmesan and olive oil mixture evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
  7. Bake on the middle rack for 45-50 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 165°F (74°C).
  8. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.
  9. Slice into thick pieces and serve warm.

Notes

Use fresh Parmesan cheese for best crust results. Avoid overmixing to keep meatloaf tender. If crust browns too fast, tent with foil halfway through baking. For extra moist meatloaf, add a spoonful of plain Greek yogurt or cottage cheese to the mix. Rotate pan halfway through baking to avoid hotspots. Substitute gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond flour for gluten-free version. Nutritional yeast can replace Parmesan for dairy-free.

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Keywords: chicken meatloaf, Parmesan crust, crispy meatloaf, easy dinner, comfort food, healthy meatloaf, ground chicken recipe

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