Description
This Chicken Meatloaf Recipe offers a deliciously tender and flavorful twist on traditional meatloaf using ground chicken. Seasoned with aromatic spices and finished with a tangy BBQ sauce glaze, it’s a satisfying and easy oven-baked meal perfect for any dinner.
Ingredients
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Meatloaf Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 Tbsp BBQ sauce, divided
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F to prepare it for baking the meatloaf.
- Mix Seasonings: In a large bowl, combine the egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and breadcrumbs. Stir these ingredients well to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Add Ground Chicken: Incorporate the ground chicken into the bowl and gently mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat to keep it tender.
- Shape Meatloaf: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Transfer the chicken mixture onto the paper and shape it into a loaf roughly 6 inches long, 3 inches wide, and 1.5 inches high. Brush the top, sides, and ends with 1 tablespoon of BBQ sauce.
- First Bake: Bake the meatloaf at 350°F for 30 minutes to allow it to set and begin cooking through.
- Apply Glaze and Increase Heat: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and spread the remaining 1 tablespoon of BBQ sauce on top. Increase the oven temperature to 450°F and return the meatloaf to bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Rest and Serve: Let the meatloaf rest for at least 5 minutes; this allows the juices to redistribute and the internal temperature to reach 165°F, ensuring it is fully cooked and juicy. Then transfer to a cutting board, slice, and serve.
Notes
- Do not overmix the meat mixture as it can result in a dense, tough meatloaf.
- The resting time is crucial to keep the meatloaf moist and ensure food safety.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness accurately.
- Substitute gluten-free breadcrumbs to make the dish gluten-free.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken meatloaf, BBQ meatloaf, ground chicken recipe, easy meatloaf, oven-baked meatloaf
