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Slices of ground chicken meatloaf on a white serving plate.

Chicken Meatloaf

This Chicken Meatloaf recipe swaps the traditional beef for ground chicken to create a lighter version with a tender texture that’s still got that classic, savory flavor. Topped with a simple sweet-tangy glaze, it comes together easily for a comforting weeknight meal.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken Meatloaf, Ground Chicken Meatloaf
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Resting Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6
Calories: 253kcal
Author: Karen

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup finely diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon paprika

Classic Meatloaf Glaze

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a loaf pan by lightly greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk and let them soak for about one minute until softened.
  • Add the ground chicken, egg, onion, garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika to the bowl.
  • Gently mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the mixture.
  • Press the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared loaf pan.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the ketchup and brown sugar until smooth, then spread evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
  • Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Let the meatloaf rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Don’t try to slice the meatloaf right away or it is more likely to fall apart. Let it rest first to set.
  • Avoid overbaking the meatloaf or it can become too dry, as chicken dries out more easily than beef.
  • Store leftover meatloaf in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 253kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 835mg | Potassium: 596mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 220IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 2mg
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