Ground chicken meatloaf is packed with flavor having everyone wanting seconds. A super easy meatloaf recipe that’s perfect for a family dinner.

Are you searching for a healthier alternative to classic meatloaf? Look no further! In this recipe, I’ll show you how to make a mouthwatering ground chicken meatloaf that is both lean and flavorful.
Packed with protein and lower in fat compared to traditional beef or pork versions, this dish is a guilt-free treasure. Plus, I’ll share the key ingredients and techniques that will take your meatloaf to the next level in terms of taste and texture.
From the perfect blend of herbs and spices to the ideal cooking time for optimal juiciness, I’ve got you covered. Follow step-by-step to making the ultimate ground chicken meatloaf and never feel like you’re compromising on flavor again.
How To Make Ground Chicken Meatloaf
Ingredients needed
- Ground chicken
- Breadcrumbs
- Carrot
- Celery
- Onion
- Thyme
- Parsley
- Buttermilk
- Egg
- Garlic
- Worcestershire sauce
- Ketchup
- Light brown sugar
Quick tip about making meatloafs
If you follow the directions perfectly the ground chicken meatloaf will turn out perfectly. Most times people complain about cracking or dryness but these things are prevented from the buttermilk, breadcrumbs and eggs. You can see the cracks forming before the meatloaf even cooks by how well it holds together when you’re mixing, it’ll look dry.

Making the ground chicken meatloaf with ease
- First, you need to sauté the veggies before making any meatloaf. Sauté in a frying pan with oil the onions, carrots, celery and garlic. Cook until they have reduced in sides and you have some of the brown bits on the veggies. Right before turning off the stove toss in the herbs and cook with the veggies for 30 seconds. Turn off the heat then allow to cool.
- In a large bowl, add in the ground chicken, beaten egg, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper then toss in the cooled veggies. Mix everything until it’s evenly combined but try to avoid over-mixing. Cover the bowl and allow to sit in the fridge for 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350F.
- In a lined loaf pan for easy cleaning, add in the meatloaf and press it down into the pan. Cook for 45 minutes in the oven then add the topping. Allow the meatloaf to cook for another 15 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Lastly, allow the ground chicken meatloaf to cool then slice and serve.
What to serve with ground chicken meatloaf
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Ground Chicken Meatloaf
Equipment
- 9×5 Loaf pan
Ingredients
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 carrot, minced
- 1 rib celery, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 pound ground chicken
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Topping
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
Instructions
- First, you need to sauté the veggies before making any meatloaf. Sauté in a frying pan with oil the onions, carrots, celery and garlic. Cook until they have reduced in sides and you have some of the brown bits on the veggies. Right before turning off the stove toss in the herbs and cook with the veggies for 30 seconds. Turn off the heat then allow to cool.
- In a large bowl, add in the ground chicken, beaten egg, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper then toss in the cooled veggies. Mix everything until it's evenly combined but try to avoid over-mixing. Cover the bowl and allow to sit in the fridge for 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350℉.
- In a lined loaf pan for easy cleaning, add in the meatloaf and press it down into the pan. Cook for 45 minutes in the oven then add the topping. Allow the meatloaf to cook for another 15 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Lastly, allow the ground chicken meatloaf to cool then slice and serve.