Keto Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaves is a savory and delicious recipe without raising carb count. We prepare this dish with a few ingredients, such as egg, almond flour, garlic, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, melted butter, Italian seasoning, ground chicken, olive oil, parsley, and salt. These components are simple and basic, so you can easily purchase them from stores and grocery markets and will be available in your pantry. This meal contains 2.5 g of net carbs in a mini meatloaf of one portion size. This dish cooks properly in advance with simple methods of preparation. These meatloaves have a strong flavor and provide moisture in this dish. Keto Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaves are perfect for weekends, gatherings, lunch, short events, and dinners. We need almost forty minutes to prepare these meatloaves without any kind of problem or issues. We can easily freeze this cuisine for almost two months.
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STATISTICAL OVERVIEW:
- Course: Main course
- No. of Calories: 320 kcal
- Diet: Keto, low-carb
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Cook time: 25 minutes
- Single portion size: 1 mini meatloaf
- Cooking mode: Oven-baked
- Total servings: 6
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Overall time: 40 minutes
TOOLS:
- Oven
- Garlic press
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking tray or muffin tin
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowl
INGREDIENTS:
- One big egg
- 1 tbsp of fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 cloves of minced garlic
- 1 lb of ground chicken
- One-fourth cup of almond flour
- ½ tsp of salt
- Half a cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ tsp of black pepper
- One tbsp of olive oil or melted butter
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTIONS:
ALMOND FLOUR:
- It is a low-carb ingredient used instead of wheat flour. It works as a binding component and gives structure. You can replace it with two to three tbsps of coconut flour or crushed pork rinds.
GROUND CHICKEN:
- It provides the foundation to prepare this recipe and maintains the moisture content. You can utilize the ground turkey instead as a replacement, which also works well for a keto diet.
ITALIAN SEASONING:
- They provide a strong aroma and improve the flavor without including extra carbs. Make sure these seasonings are unsweetened and perfect for keto.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- This cheese has a savory flavor to provide to these meatloaves. As a substitute, you can swap it with Pecorino Romano and Grana Padano for a low-carb version.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the empty oven to 190 degrees Fahrenheit.
- You can cover the baking sheet with the parchment paper.
- Whisk the egg, pepper, ground chicken, seasoning, Parmesan, garlic, almond flour, and egg in a big bowl.
- Carefully stir them till they are completely mixed to prevent the meatloaves from becoming dense.
- Make equal parts of the mixture and give a shape like mini loaves.
- Put it in the sheet and garnish it with butter and olive oil.
- Bake till it is fully prepared, for almost 25 mins.
- Before eating, leave for five minutes.
TIPS:
- If you want, you can use mozzarella in small quantities to provide more moisture.
- Avoid stirring the meat mixture too much.
- Monitor the chicken with a kitchen meat thermometer to make sure it gets cooked properly.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
WITH VEGGIES:
- Garlic Butter Zucchini
- Creamed Spinach
- Roasted Cauliflower
WITH SAUCES:
- Keto Alfredo
- Garlic Herb Butter
- Parmesan Cream Drizzle
LIGHT MEALS:
- Caesar Salad Bowl
- Keto Coleslaw
- Avocado Side
STORAGE INFORMATION:
REFRIGERATION:
- Keep this dish in a closed vessel for four days.
FREEZING:
- Cover the meatloaves and store them separately for 50-60 days.
FAQs:
Can we prepare this dish before the time?
- Yes, you can make it ahead of time because they retain their structure and warm properly.
Will we fry them in a pan?
- We suggest that you bake them in the oven for a uniform structure and cooking.
Could I use the breast of chicken?
- Yes, we can use it, but with more fats to keep the outer layer from getting dry.
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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
No. of calories: 320 kcal
Sodium: 520 mg
Net carbs: 2.5 g
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 0.6 g
Fats: 22 g
Proteins: 26 g
One single portion: 1 mini meatloaf
Total carbs: 3.5 g
