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Learn how to make the best juicy chicken parmesan meatloaf with this chicken meatloaf recipe! Smothered in a flavorful tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese! Budget-friendly and easy to prepare, let the oven do all the work for you!
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Ground Chicken Meatloaf
The best Chicken meatloaf is right here! It is incredibly flavorful, cheesy and juicy. It makes an excellent family dinner and leftovers are great to make sandwiches the next day. If you love Chicken Parmesan and classic beef meatloaf, you should give a try to this recipe. It is easy to make and is worth every minute! You will wow your family or guests with this delicious comfort food.
How to make chicken meatloaf
This chicken parmesan meatloaf is easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights.
- Melt butter in a medium skillet. Cook onion and garlic until tender.
- Combine all the ingredients together: ground chicken, cooked onion, garlic, bread crumbs, basil pesto, eggs, paprika, tomato passata (marinara), Italian seasoning, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper.
- Place on the tray and stretch it out to make a rectangle. Put the mozzarella cheese in the center and roll to make a log.
- Bake for 40 minutes in the preheated oven to 350 F (180C).
- Remove from the oven and top with marinara sauce and cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the meatloaf is cooked through and the cheese is melted.
Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes to ensure it will not fall apart when slicing.
How long to bake chicken meatloaf
The total cooking time is 1 hour and 5 minutes. First, you need to bake meatloaf for 40 minutes, then remove from the oven and top with marinara sauce and cheese. Bake further for 10-15 minutes.
To speed up the cooking process, you can make mini meatloaf. Simply shape into mini patties or use muffin tins. When using muffin tins, generously spray with non-stick cooking spray. Bake for 10 minutes, remove and top with marinara and cheese. Bake further for 10 minutes.
What to Serve With Chicken Meatloaf
Chicken parm meatloaf is comfort food at its best. Serve it with pasta, veggies or potatoes.
- Vegetables: Crunchy veggies work well as a great side dish to this chicken parmesan meatloaf. Serve it with Roasted Cauliflower or Steamed Broccoli.
- Potatoes: There are tons of ways to prepare potatoes, all of them taste amazing with chicken meatloaf. But the most common side to serve with meatloaf is mashed potatoes. Serve it with Garlic mashed potatoes or roasted potatoes.
- Pasta: This is my favorite way to serve this delicious comfort food. Cacio e pepe or homemade pasta go really well and make a delicious Italian-style dinner.
- Sauce: Serve it with spaghetti and extra marinara sauce.
How to store and freeze chicken parmesan meatloaf
You can keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or wrap individual slices in foil, place in a freezer safe bag and freeze for 4-5 months.
If you want to know how to reheat meatloaf, check Southern Meatloaf recipe.
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Ground Chicken Parmesan Meatloaf
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf
- 2 pounds ground chicken, breasts or thighs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- ¾ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup basil pesto
- ½ cup tomato passata , or marinara sauce
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, as needed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For the Sauce
- ¾ cup tomato passata or marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Topping
- 10 ounces mozzarella cheese, sliced
- ⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves, as needed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Sauté the aromatics: Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
- Make the meatloaf mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, cooked onion and garlic, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, basil pesto, tomato passata or marinara, eggs, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Shape the meatloaf: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet and press it into a rectangle about ½ inch thick.
- Add the filling: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly down the center of the meat mixture, leaving a border around the edges.
- Roll: Starting from a short end, carefully roll the meat mixture into a tight log, enclosing the cheese. Pinch the seam and ends closed to help prevent the cheese from leaking out.
- Bake: Place the meatloaf seam-side down and bake for 40 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce: Meanwhile, combine the ¾ cup tomato passata or marinara sauce with the garlic powder.
- Add the topping: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and spread the prepared sauce evenly over the top. Add the sliced mozzarella and sprinkle with grated Parmesan.
- Finish baking: Return to the oven and bake for another 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the center of the meatloaf reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and serve: Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil and serve.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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