Description
These Mini Glazed Chicken Meatloaves are a delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring tender ground chicken mixed with savory vegetables, breadcrumbs, and herbs, baked to perfection and topped with a sweet and tangy glaze. Perfect for a family dinner or meal prep, these bite-sized meatloaves deliver a flavorful twist on a classic comfort food.
Ingredients
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For the Meatloaves:
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil
- 1 onion, minced
- 1 celery stalk, minced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lb ground chicken (or other ground meat)
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
- ¾ – 1 teaspoon salt
- â…“ teaspoon ground black pepper
For the Glaze:
- â…“ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the meatloaves.
- Sauté vegetables: Heat the butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add the minced onion, celery, and garlic. Cook until they are softened and golden brown, releasing a fragrant aroma. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly to prevent cooking the meat prematurely.
- Prepare breadcrumbs: Place the panko breadcrumbs into a small bowl and pour the milk over them. Let them soak for a few minutes until the milk is absorbed, which will help keep the meatloaves moist.
- Mix meatloaf ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables, ground chicken, soaked breadcrumbs, egg, minced parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated, creating a cohesive mixture ready to shape.
- Shape meatloaves: Using about ¼ cup of the mixture for each, form small individual meatloaves with your hands. Place them spaced apart on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased to prevent sticking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the meatloaves uncovered for 15 minutes to start cooking them through.
- Make the glaze: While the meatloaves bake, whisk together the ketchup, barbecue sauce, soy sauce, and honey in a small bowl until smooth, creating a flavorful glaze to top the meatloaves.
- Glaze the meatloaves: After the first 15 minutes of baking, brush the glaze generously over each meatloaf. Return them to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, allowing the glaze to caramelize and the meatloaves to finish cooking through.
- Serve: Remove the meatloaves from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Serve warm as a tasty appetizer or main dish, paired with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Ground chicken can be substituted with ground turkey or beef according to preference.
- Ensure the meat is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- The glaze can be adjusted in sweetness and tanginess by altering honey and barbecue sauce quantities.
- Leftover meatloaves can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
