Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf
- Start by heating 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 80g of finely diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 900g of ground chicken, the cooled onion and garlic mixture, 60g of seasoned breadcrumbs, 2 teaspoons of milk, 30g of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 egg, 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Gently mix until just combined.
- Prepare a baking sheet with foil. Shape two-thirds of the meat mixture into a rectangle about 1 inch thick. Create a well in the center and layer 3 slices of mozzarella cheese strings. Fold remaining meat over cheese and seal the edges.
- Spread 120ml of marinara sauce evenly over the meatloaf. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and bake for 45 minutes.
- Prepare topping by mixing 2 tablespoons of panko breadcrumbs, 20g of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon of melted butter, and 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley. After 45 minutes, sprinkle topping over meatloaf and return to oven for 15-20 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Once baked, let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes. Slice and serve, revealing the melted cheese center.
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Notes
To ensure the best texture, allow the onion and garlic mixture to cool completely before adding to the meat, and mix ingredients gently to avoid overmixing. Can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance.
