Description
A comforting Chicken Meatloaf recipe that combines lean ground chicken with breadcrumbs, herbs, and spices for a delicious family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, rosemary) for seasoning
- Ketchup or barbecue sauce for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ground chicken, sautéed onions, garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, and herbs until just combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan or shape on a lined baking sheet.
- Spread ketchup or barbecue sauce on top if desired.
- Bake for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
Feel free to substitute turkey or lean pork for the chicken, or use oats instead of breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: meatloaf, chicken, comfort food, family recipe, baked meatloaf