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Ground Chicken Parmesan Meatloaf

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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.

Love meatloaf recipes? You might want to check my Best Meatloaf Recipe, Meatloaf with Ritz crackers, Stuffed meatloaf recipe, BBQ meatloaf or cheeseburger meatloaf recipe . They all are really good!

chicken parmesan meatloaf

How to make chicken meatloaf

This chicken parmesan meatloaf is easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights.

  1. Melt butter in a medium skillet. Cook onion and garlic until tender.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4.  Bake for 40 minutes in the preheated oven to 350 F (180C).
  5. Remove from the oven and top with marinara sauce and cheese.
  6. 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.

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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.

how to make chicken parmesan meatloaf

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 tomato passata (marinara sauce).
chicken parmesan meatloaf

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.

chicken parmesan meatloaf

Easy Chicken Dinner Ideas

If you love cheesy, comforting dinners, try our Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole or the crispy Baked Chicken Parmesan. Want something hearty but stovetop-friendly? Don’t miss our Creamy Chicken Stroganoff!

If you make this chicken meatloaf  be sure to leave a comment or give this recipe a rating! We will be happy to hear from you!

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Ground Chicken Parmesan Meatloaf

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!
Author: chefjar
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
Servings: 8

Ingredients

For the meatloaf:

  • Ground chicken breasts or thighs-2 lbs (1 kg)
  • Unsalted butter- 2 tablespoons
  • Medium onion diced-1
  • Garlic cloves minced -1 tablespoon
  • Bread crumbs- ¾ cup
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese- 1 cup
  • Basil pesto- ¼ cup
  • Tomato passata marinara-½ cup
  • Eggs-2
  • Paprika- 1 teaspoon
  • Italian seasoning- 1 teaspoon
  • Salt and black pepper- as needed
  • Mozzarella cheese shredded- 1 cup

For the sauce:

  • Tomato passata marinara-¾ cup
  • Garlic powder- 1 teaspoon

For the Topping:

  • Mozzarella cheese sliced- 10 ounces ( 300 g)
  • Fresh grated Parmesan cheese- ⅓ cup
  • Basil leaves- as needed

Equipment

  • Italian seasoning
  • Baking tray
  • Pepper Mill

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350 F (180 C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Keep aside.
  • In a medium pan melt butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Then, add the garlic and cook further for 30 seconds or until fragrant.  Allow to cool for a few minutes.
  • Combine the ground chicken with cooked onion, garlic, parmesan, bread crumbs, basil pesto, tomato passata, eggs, paprika, Italian seasoning, black pepper and salt. Mix JUST until combined.
  • Place the meat mixture on tray and stretch it out to get a rectangle, about 0.5 inch (1 cm) thick. The process is similar to stretching the pizza dough.
  • Put the mozzarella cheese in the center of the meat rectangle.
  • Start to roll the meat tightly on the short end to make a log. Be sure to seal the edges to prevent the cheese from leaking.
  • Bake the meatloaf for 40 minutes in the preheated oven to 350 F (180 C).
  • Remove the meatloaf from the oven and pour the sauce over it, spreading with a spoon to cover. Top with mozzarella slices and grated parmesan cheese. Return back to the oven and bake further for 10-15 minutes or until the meatloaf is cooked through and the cheese is melted.
  • Allow to rest for 10 minutes  before slicing. Garnish with basil leaves. Enjoy!

Tomato sauce:

  • Combine together tomato passata and garlic powder in a small bowl.
  • how to make chicken parmesan meatloaf
Course: Beef recipes
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: chicken parmesan, ground chicken recipes, meatloaf

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About Tatiana

Hi, I’m Tatiana! I’m all about making easy, delicious family meals that bring everyone to the table. From quick weeknight dinners to comforting classics, my recipes are simple, flavorful, and made with love. Read more

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