Description
Discover the ultimate comfort food with The Best Meatloaf Ever. This savory dish features lean ground chicken, expertly blended with aromatic seasonings and topped with a homemade sauce that elevates its flavor profile. Perfect for family gatherings or meal prep, this meatloaf is not only easy to make but also packed with nutrition. Each slice is tender and juicy, making it a beloved choice for dinner tables. Pair it with classic sides like mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a wholesome meal that satisfies everyone.
Ingredients
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- 2 eggs
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 pounds lean ground chicken
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a large loaf pan with nonstick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, bread crumbs, chopped onion, ground chicken, milk, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, tomato paste, minced garlic, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the loaf pan.
- For the sauce, mix ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until boiling; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour half of the sauce over the meatloaf and bake for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, add the remaining sauce on top and bake for an additional 45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Allow to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 90mg