Best 12 Zesty Chicken Meatloaf Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing Zesty Chicken Meatloaf, a flavor-packed dish that combines the comfort of meatloaf with a vibrant twist. This recipe elevates the classic meatloaf with a zesty blend of lemon, garlic, and herbs, resulting in a moist and savory dish that will tantalize your taste buds. Accompanied by three delectable variations – a tangy Cranberry Meatloaf, a cheesy Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf, and a hearty Spinach and Feta Meatloaf – this article offers a diverse selection of meatloaf recipes that cater to various preferences. Whether you seek a classic comfort food or crave something more adventurous, these recipes promise an unforgettable culinary experience.

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CHICKEN MEATLOAF RECIPE



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This Chicken Meatloaf is the easiest comfort food you're likely to make! Ground chicken mixed with a host of goodies like Parmesan and Worcestershire to form a moist, satisfying and deliciously glazed loaf!

Provided by Becky Hardin

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound ground chicken
1¼ cups breadcrumbs
½ cup finely chopped onion
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup milk
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
¾ cup ketchup
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a large bowl, crumble the ground chicken.
  • In a medium bowl, combine all of the dry ingredients (breadcrumbs, onion, parmesan, parsley, garlic powder, salt and pepper) and stir to mix. Add this to the bowl with the ground chicken and stir.
  • Add the remaining wet ingredients (milk, eggs, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce) and stir to mix.
  • In a small bowl, make the glaze by stirring together the ketchup, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Spoon a couple tablespoons of the glaze into the bottom of an 8x4-inch loaf pan. Add the chicken mixture to the loaf pan and then spread the remaining glaze on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, for 80-90 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the loaf is cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice, Calories 349 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Cholesterol 132 mg, Sodium 1208 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 18 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g

PARMESAN CHICKEN MEATLOAF



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This Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf is easy to prepare with juicy and tender results!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Chicken     Dinner     Main Course

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons olive oil
⅓ cup onion (diced finely)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 pounds ground chicken
½ cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 teaspoons milk
¼ cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
1 egg
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
3 mozzarella cheese strings (cut into 1/2" slices)
½ cup marinara sauce
2 tablespoons panko bread crumbs
1 ½ tablespoons parmesan cheese (grated)
1 tablespoon butter (melted)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking pan with foil and spray with cooking spray.
  • Cook onion and garlic in olive oil over medium heat until softened. Cool completely.
  • Mix all meatloaf ingredients in a large bowl just until combined.
  • Place the mixture on the loaf pan and form into an 8"x4" square.
  • Top with marinara sauce and bake 45 minutes.
  • Combine bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, butter, and parsley.
  • Top meatloaf with mozzarella and bread crumb topping. Bake an additional 15-20 minutes or until the center of the loaf reaches 165°F.
  • Cool 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 39 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 189 mg, Sodium 897 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN MEATLOAF



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If you love meatloaf but are looking for a healthier alternative to ground beef, give chicken meatloaf a try.

Provided by Kristina Vanni

Categories     Entree     Dinner

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 18

For the Meatloaf:
1 pound ground chicken
1 cup dry breadcrumbs
1/2 cup milk
2 eggs (lightly beaten)
1/2 cup onion (finely chopped)
1/2 cup parmesan (grated)
1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Glaze:
1/3 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, onion, parmesan cheese, parsley, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, garlic powder, dried oregano, and black pepper. Use your hands to mix together until everything is evenly distributed. Do not overwork.
  • Shape into 8 x 4-inch loaf on the prepared baking pan.
  • In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, and ground mustard.
  • Spoon the glaze mixture over the loaf.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 35 to 40 minutes or until the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 165 F.
  • Let stand 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 152 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 951 mg, Sugar 9 g, Fat 14 g, ServingSize 1 loaf, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

MEAT LOAF



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Nothing says classic comfort like Ina Garten's Meatloaf recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon good olive oil
3 cups chopped yellow onions (3 onions)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup canned chicken stock or broth
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 1/2 pounds ground chuck (81 percent lean)
1/2 cup plain dry bread crumbs (recommended: Progresso)
2 extra-large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup ketchup (recommended: Heinz)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Heat the olive oil in a medium saute pan. Add the onions, thyme, salt, and pepper and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes, until the onions are translucent but not brown. Off the heat, add the Worcestershire sauce, chicken stock, and tomato paste. Allow to cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground chuck, onion mixture, bread crumbs, and eggs, and mix lightly with a fork. Don't mash or the meat loaf will be dense. Shape the mixture into a rectangular loaf on a sheet pan covered with parchment paper. Spread the ketchup evenly on top. Bake for 1 to 1 1/4 hours, until the internal temperature is 160 degrees F and the meat loaf is cooked through. (A pan of hot water in the oven, under the meat loaf, will keep the top from cracking.) Serve hot.

CLASSIC SPICY MEATLOAF



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This is my family's favorite meatloaf recipe. Onion may be substituted for green onions (scallions).

Provided by Angela Smith

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup finely chopped onion
½ cup finely chopped green onions
1 carrot, finely chopped
1 rib celery, finely chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
⅔ cup ketchup, divided
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons salt
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
1 ½ pounds ground beef
¾ pound spicy ground pork sausage
1 cup bread crumbs
⅓ cup minced fresh parsley
2 large eggs, slightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion, green onions, carrot, celery, and garlic until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Cover skillet with a lid and cook, stirring occasionally, until carrot is tender, about 5 more minutes. Stir 1/3 cup ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper into vegetable mixture; cook until warmed through, about 1 minute.
  • Mix ground beef, sausage, vegetable mixture, bread crumbs, parsley, and eggs in a large bowl; form into a loaf and place in a rectangular baking pan with 2-inch high sides. Cover loaf with remaining 1/3 cup ketchup.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 172.9 mg, Fat 32.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 32.5 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1691.1 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

SPICED CHICKEN LOAF



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A mixture of ground chicken with stuffing mix, cheese, egg, onion and seasonings baked into a tangy tasty loaf.

Provided by sal

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground chicken
⅔ cup herb stuffing mix, crushed into fine crumbs
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
1 cup diced onion
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch garlic pepper seasoning
2 teaspoons ketchup
2 teaspoons barbeque sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl combine the chicken, stuffing mix crumbs, cheese, egg, onion, salt, pepper and garlic pepper seasoning. Mix together, then stir in ketchup and barbeque sauce. Mix well and pour mixture into a bread loaf pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 50 minutes. Turn oven off and let sit in hot oven for an additional 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Cholesterol 80.2 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 21.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 665.3 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

ZESTY MEATLOAF



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This hearty meatloaf needs no sauce and makes great sandwiches the next day... IF you have any leftovers!

Provided by Laurielp1

Categories     Pork

Time 1h40m

Yield 1 loaf, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground beef
1 lb bulk pork sausage
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup mustard, any type except whole grain*
1/4 cup Heinz 57 steak sauce, sauce**
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons instant minced onion
2 teaspoons montreal type steak seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Spray a pan & rack liberally with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Combine all ingredients just until blended. Shape into a loaf and place in prepared pan.
  • Bake in middle of oven for 90 minutes.
  • Remove and allow to stand 10 minutes before slicing.
  • Refrigerate leftovers.
  • *I prefer spicy brown mustard.
  • ** If you use ketchup, use original amount listed in recipe. If you use A-1 Sauce instead, reduce the amount of Worcestershire sauce to 2 teaspoons.

UNBELIEVABLE CHICKEN MEATLOAF



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You can substitute ground beef in this meatloaf recipe, if you wish. But you save the calories by using ground chicken. This recipe has a great flavour, texture and aroma!

Provided by Debbb

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground chicken
1/2 cup fine breadcrumbs
1 large egg white
1 medium carrot
1 small onion
1/4 cup ketchup
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine chicken and bread crumbs in large bowl.
  • Set aside.
  • Cut the carrot& onion into chunks and add to blender.
  • Add the remaining 7 ingredients to the blender.
  • Process in blender until carrot is very fine.
  • Pour blender mixture over meat mixture.
  • Mix very well using your hands.
  • Form mixture into a loaf and place in lightly greased 9" X 13" pan.
  • Cover with foil and bake for one hour.
  • Remove foil& continue baking for 15-30 minutes, until loaf is cooked through.

SALSA CHICKEN MEATLOAF



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Mexican flavor inspired meatloaf. Chicken makes this lower in fat than regular meatloaf, and adding pork keeps the meatloaf from tasting dry.

Provided by HockeyMom

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 ¼ cups herb-seasoned croutons
1 (12 ounce) jar salsa
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 cup finely chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound ground chicken
½ pound ground pork
1 egg
1 ½ tablespoons taco seasoning mix
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup shredded pepperjack cheese
¼ cup cilantro, minced
2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 5x9-inch loaf pan.
  • Mix the croutons with salsa in a large bowl, and set aside to soften, about 15 minutes. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and cook the jalapeno pepper, onion, and garlic until the onion is translucent, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Mix the ground chicken, ground pork, egg, taco seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, pepperjack cheese, and cilantro into the crouton mixture, and mash any unbroken croutons. Mix in the cooked onion mixture. Transfer the meatloaf into the prepared loaf pan. Mix the barbecue sauce and brown sugar together in a bowl, stirring until the sugar has dissolved, and brush the barbecue sauce mixture over the loaf. Fold a 12-inch long piece of aluminum foil into a tent, and place the foil tent over the loaf.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the juices run clear and the loaf is no longer pink in the center, about 1 hour. Remove foil tent for last 10 minutes of baking. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the loaf should read at least 160 degrees F (72 degrees C). Remove from oven, cover the loaf with foil, and let stand for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 125.7 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 31.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 897 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

SPICY, GARLICKY MEATLOAF



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This meatloaf is as pungent and zesty as a meatball, but baked in that iconic, sliceable loaf form. A combination of chilies and sage add a spicy, earthy note, and a glaze of tomato paste and olive oil elevates a traditional dish away from its ketchup roots. The pine nuts are a visual cue: this is something a little different. And it tastes great the day after.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, easy, weekday, main course

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 large eggs, lightly beaten
5 garlic cloves, minced
3 scallions, white and light green parts, finely chopped
1 medium jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup dried bread crumbs
3 tablespoons chicken stock, heavy cream or milk
1 pound ground pork
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons pine nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, garlic, scallions, jalapeño, sage, salt and black pepper.
  • In a separate bowl, stir together bread crumbs and stock, cream or milk. Let stand five minutes.
  • Add pork, beef and soaked bread crumbs to egg mixture. Knead ingredients together until just combined. Press mixture evenly into an 8- or 9-inch loaf pan. Bake for 55 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together the tomato paste and olive oil. After meatloaf has finished baking, brush top with glaze; sprinkle with pine nuts, if using. Bake 15 minutes more (glaze will be thick and a meat thermometer should read 160 degrees). Let meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 393, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 383 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 1 gram

BUFFALO CHICKEN MEATLOAF



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Take traditional meatloaf for a healthy spin with this sassy, spicy version. Mix it together in just 15 minutes, then pop it in the oven for a comforting and hearty dinner.

Provided by By Angie McGowan

Categories     Entree

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb extra-lean (99%) ground chicken
1 cup finely chopped carrots
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup finely chopped celery
3/4 cup Progresso™ plain bread crumbs
1 egg
1 1/4 cups crumbled blue cheese (5 oz)
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup Frank's™ RedHot™ Buffalo Wings Sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 8x4- or 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix all ingredients except Buffalo wing sauce. Add 1/4 cup of the Buffalo wing sauce; mix well to combine. Press mixture in pan.
  • Bake uncovered 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes or until meat thermometer inserted in center of loaf reads at least 165°F. Carefully drain meatloaf. Let stand 10 minutes. Pour remaining 1/4 cup Buffalo wing sauce over loaf before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 2 1/2, ServingSize 1 Serving, TransFat 0 g

ZESTY MEATLOAF



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I got this recipe from a magazine quite a few years ago. This is a really different meatloaf that packs a lot of flavor. You can kick up the heat by adding more jalapenos, whatever suits your taste. This meatloaf does not have a sauce on top, just because that's the way I like it!!! This makes 2 loaves, and it freezes very well.

Provided by Kristy D.

Categories     Pork

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 Loaves, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 diced onion
2 celery ribs
2 garlic cloves
2 jalapenos (seeds & ribs removed)
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup ketchup
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork

Steps:

  • Preheat Oven to 350.
  • Mix oil, diced onion, garlic, celery, and jalapeno in a pan on medium heat. Cook 10 minutes.
  • Add salt, nutmeg, and cumin to pan. Stir to combine.
  • In a bowl, mix eggs, milk, ketchup, and bread crumbs. Stir well.
  • Then add the meat and cooked veggies and combine well.
  • Put into 2 loaf pans and cook about 1 hour or until internal temp is 165.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282, Fat 19.4, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 102.5, Sodium 702.4, Carbohydrate 7.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 3.7, Protein 18.6

Tips:

  • Use a variety of ground meats to create a flavorful and moist meatloaf. Ground chicken, turkey, beef, and pork all work well.
  • Add plenty of vegetables to the meatloaf mixture to boost its nutritional value and add moisture. Shredded carrots, zucchini, onions, and bell peppers are all great options.
  • Use a zesty breadcrumb mixture to bind the meatloaf together and add flavor. Panko breadcrumbs, Italian breadcrumbs, or seasoned breadcrumbs all work well.
  • Don't overmix the meatloaf mixture. Overmixing can make the meatloaf tough.
  • Bake the meatloaf in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the meatloaf hold its shape.

Conclusion:

Zesty chicken meatloaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and flavorful interior and crispy breadcrumb topping, this meatloaf is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this zesty chicken meatloaf recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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