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Juicy Garlic Parmesan Meatloaf: Comfort Food Bliss

Juicy Garlic Parmesan Meatloaf offers a deliciously satisfying meal that brings family together with its savory flavor and ease of preparation.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken can substitute with ground turkey or lean pork
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese or Romano cheese as an alternative
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs regular breadcrumbs work fine as substitute
  • 2 large Eggs essential for binding
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic adjust based on garlic preference
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder optional
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil or fresh if available
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley or fresh if available
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk or plant-based milk for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter used in the glaze
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter can be swapped for olive oil
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic adjust to preference
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Loaf pan
  • Oven
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and prepare your baking sheet.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all meatloaf ingredients and mix gently.
  3. Transfer mixture to the baking sheet or loaf pan, shaping it into a loaf.
  4. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F).
  5. Melt butter for glaze, sauté minced garlic, then stir in Parmesan and parsley.
  6. Brush glaze over the meatloaf and return to oven for an additional 5-7 minutes.
  7. Let the meatloaf rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best texture, avoid overmixing the meatloaf mixture.

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