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Chicken Meatloaf Recipe featuring a juicy, tender meatloaf coated in a glossy, flavorful glaze, sliced and served on a white plate with fresh parsley garnish. A perfect homemade comfort food dish.

The Best Chicken Meatloaf Recipe 7 Simple Steps

This juicy chicken meatloaf recipe offers a healthier twist on the classic comfort dish. Made with lean ground chicken, fresh vegetables, and herbs, then topped with a sweet-tangy glaze. Perfect for family dinners and meal prep.
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Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken Meatloaf Recipe
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 285kcal
Cost: $16

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Meat thermometer
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Grater
  • Measuring cups/spoons

Ingredients

Meatloaf:

  • 2 lbs ground chicken
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 carrots grated
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ cup parsley
  • 1 tablespoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire

Glaze:

  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides.
  • Sauté onions and carrots in a tablespoon of olive oil until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute. Let cool.

Making the Meatloaf Mixture

  • In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, cooled vegetable mixture, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, herbs, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.

Forming and Baking

  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan, pressing gently to remove air pockets.
  • Mix glaze ingredients in a small bowl and spread half over the meatloaf.
  • Bake for 40 minutes, then add remaining glaze.
  • Continue baking for 15-20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Notes

  • Use 93% lean ground chicken for best moisture
  • Don't overmix to keep texture tender
  • Vegetables add moisture - don't skip
  • Let cool 10 minutes before slicing
  • Glaze can be doubled if desired
  • For meal prep, slice after cooling completely
  • Can make mini loaves in muffin tin (25-30 min cook time)
  • Great for leftovers/sandwiches
  • Freezes well wrapped tightly in portions
 

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 580mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 2mg