Melt-in-Your-Mouth Garlic Parmesan Chicken (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meatloaf
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900 g ground chicken
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100 g grated Parmesan cheese
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60 g panko breadcrumbs
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2 large eggs
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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0.5 tsp dried basil
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0.5 tsp dried parsley
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0.5 tsp fine salt
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0.5 tsp ground black pepper
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60 ml whole milk
→ Garlic Parmesan Glaze
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45 g unsalted butter
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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25 g grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tbsp finely chopped parsley
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Pinch of fine salt
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat oven to 190°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan.
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In a large bowl, thoroughly mix ground chicken, Parmesan, panko, eggs, minced garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, basil, parsley, salt, pepper, and milk until evenly combined but not overmixed.
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Form the mixture into a loaf and transfer to the prepared baking sheet or press into a loaf pan. Bake for 40–45 minutes, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 74°C.
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While baking, melt butter over medium heat in a small saucepan. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes. Stir in Parmesan and parsley; cook another 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with a pinch of salt.
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Brush the baked meatloaf generously with the glaze and return to the oven for an additional 5–7 minutes.
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Allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with additional parsley and serve.
# Additional Notes:
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Avoid overmixing the meat mixture to preserve tenderness.
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For even cooking, ensure the loaf is shaped uniformly.