Description
This easy ground chicken meatloaf is a healthier spin on a classic recipe. We swapped the traditional ground beef with ground chicken, and the results were amazing! We finished the meatloaf with a zesty tomato glaze that adds so much flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.3lbs ground chicken
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
For the tomato glaze
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a medium-sized baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, egg, olive oil, onion, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and ketchup. dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic paste, salt, and pepper, and mix well to combine. I like to use my hands to do this.
- Transfer the chicken meatloaf mixture to the lined baking pan and form it into a 10×6 loaf in the center of the pan. Place the meatloaf onto the middle rack of the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes.
- Make the tomato glaze: In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and maple syrup.
- Once the meatloaf is ready, remove it from the oven, increase the oven temperature to 400°F, and spread the tomato glaze evenly over the entire loaf.
- Return the meatloaf to the oven and cook it for 7-10 more minutes. Then remove it and let it rest for at least 10 minutes before you slice and serve it.
Notes
- Use a combination of white and dark chicken meat if possible for the best results.
- Use your hands to mix the meatloaf mixture and make sure not to overmix.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the doneness of the meatloaf. Once it reaches 165°F, it is done.
- Don’t skip the tomato glaze since it adds a nice finish to this meatloaf recipe.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat portions in the air fryer or microwave until heated through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
