Cheesy Stuffed Chicken Parmesan Meatloaf
This Stuffed Chicken Parmesan Meatloaf is a comforting and flavorful twist on a classic. Juicy meatloaf is filled with melted mozzarella and marinara sauce, then baked to perfection. It’s a family-friendly meal that’s sure to become a new favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Divide the mixture in half. Press one half into the bottom of a loaf pan or a baking dish lined with parchment paper.
- Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the first layer of meatloaf mixture.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the marinara sauce.
- Top with the remaining meatloaf mixture, pressing gently to seal the edges.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the meatloaf is cooked through.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For an extra cheesy center, you can add a few slices of provolone cheese along with the mozzarella.
- If you don’t have a loaf pan, you can shape the meatloaf on a baking sheet.
- Serve with your favorite pasta or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg