Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped onion, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased baking dish.
- If using, spread the marinara sauce on top of the meatloaf.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
Notes
For faster prep, use store-bought grated Parmesan and pre-minced garlic. Chill the formed loaf for a firmer texture and bake on parchment for easy cleanup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg