Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaves
These garlic Parmesan chicken meatloaves are tender, flavorful, and easy to prepare. Baked to perfection and topped with a creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce, they're a comforting and satisfying dinner option perfect for busy weeknights.
10 Servings
Ingredients
For the Meatloaves:
- 2 lbs 900g ground chicken
- ½ cup 75g finely diced yellow onion
- 10 garlic cloves pressed or minced
- ¾ cup 75g breadcrumbs (or 2 slices dense bread, crumbled)
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons 5g freshly minced parsley
- 3 oz 85g freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- Optional: additional grated Parmesan for topping
For the Cream Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons 30ml olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves pressed or minced
- 1 tablespoon 8g all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups 360ml heavy whipping cream
- 3 oz 85g freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon 3g freshly minced parsley
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt adjust to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Meatloaves:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin using cooking spray or oil. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, diced onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Portion and Bake:
- Divide the mixture evenly into 12 portions using a 3-tablespoon scoop or spoon. Gently shape each portion into a ball and place it in the greased muffin cups. Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from the oven and allow the meatloaves to rest in the pan for 5 minutes before serving.
Prepare the Cream Sauce:
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute to form a light roux. Gradually add the heavy cream while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and salt until fully melted and smooth. Remove from heat and add parsley.
Serve:
- Plate the meatloaves and spoon the warm cream sauce over each serving. Garnish with additional herbs or Parmesan if desired.
Notes
To prepare this recipe gluten-free, substitute the breadcrumbs with a certified gluten-free alternative such as crushed gluten-free crackers, oats, or gluten-free panko. Additionally, replace the all-purpose flour in the sauce with a gluten-free flour blend or cornstarch (1:1 ratio) to thicken. Be sure all packaged ingredients, such as Parmesan or chicken, are verified gluten-free.