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Chicken Parmesan Meatloaf

Chicken Parmesan Meatloaf

High protein chicken parmesan meatloaf with 45g protein. Italian twist with mozzarella and marinara.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 5 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 490
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs 93/7 ground chicken
  • 2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tbsp italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1.5 cups marinara sauce divided
  • 1.5 cups shredded fresh mozzarella
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. **Heat.** Preheat oven to 400F. Line a loaf pan or sheet pan with parchment.
  2. **Mix.** In a large bowl gently combine ground chicken, panko, parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and milk.
  3. **Shape.** Form into a 9 by 5 inch loaf on the prepared pan.
  4. **Bake.** Bake 35 minutes until internal temp reaches 160F.
  5. **Top.** Spread 3/4 cup marinara over the loaf. Pile mozzarella on top.
  6. **Finish.** Return to oven 8 minutes until cheese is melted. Broil 2 minutes for golden bubbly crust.
  7. **Rest.** Rest 10 minutes. Slice. Serve with remaining marinara and fresh basil.

Notes

Use 93/7 ground chicken. Leaner dries out. Fattier falls apart. Mix filling gently. Over mixing creates tough meatloaf. Use fresh grated parmesan for max flavor.