Slow Cooker Chicken Parmigiana Meatloaf - Recipe Girl (2024)

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In this recipe for Slow Cooker Chicken Parmigiana Meatloaf, you actually cook the meatloaf in a loaf pan INSIDE the slow cooker!

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I really love the idea behind this recipe – cooking a meatloaf (in a loaf pan) INSIDE the slow cooker. How fun is that?

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The recipe comes from my current favorite cookbook: 365 Slow Cooker Suppers by Stephanie O’Dea. It’s totally hard to serve a decent dinner to your family when you’re not home to prepare it. And it gets tiring (and unhealthy) to pick up fast food all the time. Your slow cooker is youre best friend on busy days. I’ve tried a ton of slow cooker recipes in the past that are just duds. This cookbook is much different. I’ve tried three recipes in the book, and they have all been big successes. This recipe was one of them.

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Check it out: You just mix the meatloaf ingredients together in a bowl, then stuff it in your loaf pan, then place your loaf pan in the slow cooker and press START! That’s it!

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7 or 8 hours later, the meatloaf is done. It’s one of the most tender, juicy, flavorful meatloaf recipes I’ve ever tasted. I use ground turkey instead of chicken, and it is completely wonderful (and low fat)!

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I enjoy the meatloaf straight out of the pan, unadorned and all by itself… served with a side salad. My husband likes a little more sauce drizzled on top (just a little marinara- easy). I recommend the recipe to try out on your family for dinner. It really is quite delicious. And I recommend that you purchase the cookbook too- lots of great, easy recipes that I can’t wait to try.

If you happen to be following the Weight Watchers WW plan, you’ll find a link to the WW Points on the recipe card below.

Here are a few more meatloaf recipes you might enjoy:

  • Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf
  • Swedish Meatloaf
  • Roasted Vegetable Meatloaf
  • Turkey Meatloaf
  • Cranberry Meatloaf

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Slow Cooker Chicken Parmigiana Meatloaf

You actually cook this meatloaf in a loaf pan INSIDE the slow cooker!

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Cook Time: 7 hours hrs

Total Time: 7 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chicken meatloaf, light chicken parmesan, meatloaf, slow cooker

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 273kcal

Author: RecipeGirl.com (and adapted slightly) from 365 Slow Cooker Suppers)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground chicken or turkey (93% lean)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • ½ cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup marinara sauce (I use Classico Tomato- Basil), divided
  • cups finely shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the chicken (or turkey), eggs, onion, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, ½ cup marinara and ½ cup cheese (it's easiest to just use your hands to do this).

  2. Spray an 8x5 inch loaf pan with nonstick spray (metal or glass- see notes below). Scoop the meatloaf mixture into the pan and smooth the top. Spread the remaining ½ cup of marinara sauce over the top. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup of cheese on top.

  3. Put the pan in a 6 quart slow cooker and place the lid on top. Cook for 7 to 8 hours on low (or 4 hours on high). Slice, and serve.

Notes

  • Note:I used a glass pan and cooked mine on LOW. If you're opting for cooking it on HIGH, you might consider using a metal pan instead. I'm not certain the glass would work well with such a high temperature.
  • If you are preparing this recipe asGLUTEN-FREE, be sure to use a sub for the regular breadcrumbs (like GF breadcrumbs), and be sure to use a brand of marinara sauce that is known to be GF (Classico Tomato Basil is GF).
  • Option: Place some small potatoes around the sides of the pan so that they can be slow cooked along with the meatloaf.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving, Calories: 273kcal, Carbohydrates: 12g, Protein: 24g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 6g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 149mg, Sodium: 573mg, Potassium: 617mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 490IU, Vitamin C: 4mg, Calcium: 196mg, Iron: 2mg

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Slow Cooker Chicken Parmigiana Meatloaf - Recipe Girl (2024)

FAQs

Does Joanna Gaines have a meatloaf recipe? ›

Joanna Gaines Meatloaf Recipe from Magnolia Table Cookbook is really the best and the easiest meatloaf recipe ever. This easy meatloaf is made with ground beef, finely chopped onion, tomato sauce, saltines, Cheddar cheese, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper; and glazed with ketchup.

What is chicken meatloaf made of? ›

In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, onion, parmesan cheese, parsley, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, garlic powder, dried oregano, and black pepper. Use your hands to mix together until everything is evenly distributed. Do not overwork.

What syndrome did Meatloaf have? ›

On November 17, 2003, during a performance at London's Wembley Arena, on his Couldn't Have Said It Better tour, he collapsed of what was later diagnosed as Wolff–Parkinson–White syndrome, a condition marked by an extra electrical pathway in the heart which causes symptoms like a rapid heartbeat.

Does Joanna Gaines cook every night? ›

"I always let the kids pick what they're wanting," she says. "We don't cook every night, but as often as we can. I like to cook a warm meal for the kiddos and Chip."

What ingredient keeps meatloaf from falling apart? ›

To help your meatloaf stay together add things such as eggs, bread, crushed croutons, oatmeal, crackers, and breadcrumbs, these are all key ingredients that help meat stick together. I hope that this helps to answer your question. What are the secrets to a firm, sliceable meatloaf that slices and won't fall apart?

Why milk instead of water in meatloaf? ›

Milk and other dairy products, like heavy cream and buttermilk, contain both water and fat, adding two types of moisture to our meatloaf. There's a long-held theory that milk can tenderize ground meat, and this is the reason often cited for cooking ground meat in milk to make a Bolognese-style ragù.

Why put ketchup in meatloaf? ›

More than a condiment

All Recipes explains that having a sweet element in your meatloaf like ketchup is critical to creating a delicious dish. The reason? It balances out the flavors.

Did Joanna Gaines sell their farm? ›

Home sweet home no more. Late last month, "Fixer Upper" couple Chip and Joanna Gaines announced that they were ending their HGTV show. Now comes word that they have sold their beloved farm house, which was featured in nearly every episode of their show.

How much does Joanna Gaines make per episode? ›

Piloting in 2013, the show lasted from 2014 to 2017 with a number of spin-offs ever since, including Fixer Upper: Welcome Home and Fixer Upper: The Castle. Chip and Joanna have made $30,000 per episode on Fixer Upper, according to Celebrity Net Worth.

Does Joanna Gaines eat healthy? ›

“Typically with sweets, I go all out,” she says. “If you're gonna make the cake, just make the cake.” The key, of course, is moderation. Gaines does stress that most of her family's food includes things like the nutritious vegetables and fruits that grow in their own garden—like this beautiful broccoli!

What restaurant does Joanna Gaines own? ›

Where Is Chip and Joanna Gaines' Restaurant Located? Magnolia Table is an eight-minute drive from the Silos, the downtown Waco, Texas, shopping complex home to Chip and Joanna's many businesses. The restaurant only serves breakfast and lunch and is open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. from Monday to Saturday.

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