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Chipotle Cheddar Chicken Meatloaf

Savor the Spice: Chipotle Cheddar Chicken Meatloaf Delight

A unique twist on traditional meatloaf with chipotle, cheddar, and ground chicken for a delightful family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Can substitute with ground turkey.
  • 1 cup Grated Extra Sharp Cheddar Other cheese options: sharp or medium cheddar.
  • 1 small Jalapeño Finely minced; remove seeds for milder heat.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs can be used.
  • 1 medium Shallot Finely diced; onion can be a substitute.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Can substitute with soy sauce or liquid aminos.
  • to taste Spices (salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika) Adjust according to preference.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Chopped Cilantro Parsley can be used if cilantro is unavailable.
For the Chipotle Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Adobo Sauce Save leftover chiles for later use.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup is a great alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar White vinegar or lemon juice can be used.

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Spray your baking dish generously with cooking spray.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, grated cheddar, minced jalapeño, panko breadcrumbs, diced shallot, egg, Worcestershire sauce, and all spices.
  4. Shape the mixture into a loaf and transfer to the baking dish.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the chipotle glaze ingredients: adobo sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Pour the glaze over the meatloaf.
  6. Bake the meatloaf for 25 minutes, then baste with pan juices and return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  7. Allow the meatloaf to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknight dinners, this Chipotle Cheddar Chicken Meatloaf can be adapted with different proteins and spices based on your preferences.

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