Description
This chicken meatloaf is the ultimate weeknight comfort food—moist, flavorful, and packed with lean protein. Swapping beef for ground chicken makes it lighter but just as hearty. Finished with a sweet-tangy glaze, it’s a family-friendly dinner you’ll want to make again and again.
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf:
1.5 lbs (680g) ground chicken (preferably 93% lean)
¾ cup breadcrumbs
½ cup milk
1 large egg
1 small onion, grated
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp ketchup or BBQ sauce
1 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, or basil), optional
Salt & black pepper to taste
For the Glaze:
¼ cup ketchup
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
Prep the Binder:
In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 2–3 minutes to absorb.Mix the Meatloaf:
Add ground chicken, egg, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, herbs, salt, and pepper to the breadcrumb mixture. Gently mix until just combined—don’t overwork.Shape the Loaf:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment or shape a free-form loaf on a lined baking sheet.Bake – Round 1:
Bake for 25 minutes uncovered.Make the Glaze:
In a small bowl, stir together ketchup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard.Glaze and Finish Baking:
Remove meatloaf, spread glaze over the top, and return to the oven. Bake an additional 15–20 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).Rest and Serve:
Let the meatloaf rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use a thermometer to avoid overcooking. 165°F is the sweet spot.
- If the loaf releases a lot of liquid, drain before glazing.
- Letting the loaf rest helps it firm up for clean slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg