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Ground Chicken Parmesan Muffins

These Ground Chicken Parmesan Muffins are a fun, bite-sized twist on the Italian classic. Tender chicken meatloaf cups are baked with Parmesan, topped with marinara and melty mozzarella, then finished with a sprinkle of Romano for an easy weeknight dinner or meal-prep favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 130
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Cooking spray
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ cup Romano or Parmesan cheese + 1 tablespoon for topping
  • ⅓ cup seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 –2 tablespoons water optional, if needed
  • ¾ cup marinara sauce
  • ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a 12-cup muffin pan with cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, egg, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder.
  3. Romano cheese (reserve 1 tablespoon), and breadcrumbs.
  4. Add water if mixture feels dry.
  5. Divide mixture into muffin cups. Press to smooth tops. Bake for 20 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven. Top each with 1 tablespoon marinara and 1 tablespoon mozzarella.
  7. Return to oven for 10 more minutes.
  8. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/ground-chicken-parmesan-muffins/

Notes

  • Use a cookie scoop for even portions and quicker prep.
  • Ground turkey works as an easy swap for ground chicken.
  • These muffins reheat well, making them perfect for meal prep.