Simple Chicken Meatloaf Recipe

Meatloaf recipes are my go-to meals when I want to whole family to gather around the table. It’s hearty, filling and economical dish! Especially when you catch the buy one ground chicken and get one free deal at the grocery store!

I usually make this quick and easy meatloaf using muffin tins or low-carb cheeseburger meatloaf, but I have been playing around with the idea of making a high protein and lower fat meatloaf. Using ground chicken is perfect for this.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Comfort Food – a traditional comfort food meal made healthier! Ground chicken is lower in calories and saturated fat than ground beef (source: Foodstrut).
• Cook it the way you prefer – bake in a large loaf pan, three mini loaves or shape it into a rectangle and bake it on a foil-lined baking sheet.
• Easy to prepare – mix and bake! This meatloaf comes together quickly.

Ingredients You Need To Make Chicken Meatloaf

Most of the items needed to make this meatloaf are pantry stocked. This is a list of the ingredients that you need to make your grocery shopping easier. You can find the full list of the ingredients and amounts needed in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

• Ground chicken – I like free-range ground chicken breasts or “extra lean” chicken.
• Seasonings – These are likely stocked in your pantry; Italian seasoning, pepper, salt, paprika.
• Breadcrumbs – This helps bind the ingredients together and aid in keeping the meat tender.
• Eggs – help hold all the ingredients together and add moisture.
• Milk – add richness and a little fat if you use whole milk.
• Parmesan cheese – Ohhh, yum. You will love the flavor parmesan adds to meatloaf. Grate your own if you can, but pre-packaged or even the canned version will do.
• Onion and garlic – This duo is a must and I try to use fresh ingredients.
• Worcestershire Sauce – adds a savory umami flavor that is common in meatloaf.
• Condiments – Ketchup and dijon mustard with brown sugar are used for the meatloaf glaze. These flavors have a savory and sweet taste when mixed together.

How To Make Ground Chicken Meatloaf

This is a quick overview of the step-by-step instructions for making this recipe. You can find the complete list of instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

1. Combine all meatloaf ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Mix just until ingredients hold together.

2. Place in a greased 9 x 5 loaf pan.

3. Whisk together the ingredients for the glaze; ketchup, dijon mustard, and sweetener.

4. Coat half of the glaze over the meatloaf, and bake at 375°F for 50 minutes. Coat the meatloaf again and bake for an additional 15 minutes.

What To Serve With This Dish

The options are endless when serving meatloaf. To keep this low-carb, I like to make cauliflower mashed potatoes or this fresh green bean casserole dish. For a make ahead side dish, try this green bean salad recipe.

Substitutions and Additions

• Gluten-Free – use old-fashioned oats or crushed crackers in place of breadcrumbs.
• Low-Carb – lower the carbs by using golden monk fruit in place of the brown sugar, pork rinds for the breadcrumbs and sugar-free ketchup for the glaze.
• Glaze Options – try adding your favorite bbq sauce or make your own bbq sauce. Or leave the meatloaf plain and serve a mushroom gravy sauce on the side.

How To Store

• Storage: keep leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Freeze: slice leftover meatloaf and flash freeze by placing on a baking sheet for about 30 minutes. Remove from the freezer and wrap the slices in plastic wrap and put in an air tighter freezer container. Freeze for up to 4 months.
• Reheating: in the microwave, place sliced meatloaf on a plate covered with a damp paper towel. Use reheat mode for 30 seconds, turning the meatloaf for up to 1 minutes. Repeat if necessary and make sure the towel remains damp. To reheat in the oven, you want to go low and slow. Pre-heat the oven to 250°F place the meatloaf slices on a large baking sheet with a lip. Add a couple of tablespoons of broth or water per slice. Cover with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes.

Sandra’s Pro Tips

• To keep this meatloaf moist, you need a little fat. I like to use full fat milk in this recipe.
• Don’t over mix the mixture. Mix just to combine the ingredients.
• Use bottled sugar-free bbq sauce or even a spice rub if you don’t have ketchup to make the glaze.

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