{"id":365,"date":"2026-03-24T18:44:22","date_gmt":"2026-03-24T18:44:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=365"},"modified":"2026-03-24T18:44:23","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T18:44:23","slug":"cheesy-chicken-zucchini-meatloaf-low-carb-high-protein","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=365","title":{"rendered":"Cheesy Chicken Zucchini Meatloaf (Low-Carb &amp; High Protein)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"513\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6409.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6409.jpeg 513w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6409-240x300.jpeg 240w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 513px) 100vw, 513px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This Cheesy Chicken Zucchini Meatloaf is a healthy, high-protein meal made with lean ground chicken, fresh zucchini, and melted mozzarella cheese. Moist, flavorful, and low in carbs, this easy recipe is perfect for anyone following keto, gluten-free, or diabetic-friendly diets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These mini meatloaves are simple to prepare and ideal for healthy dinners, meal prep, or light comfort food without sacrificing flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ingredients (Makes 4 mini loaves)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 lb ground chicken<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup grated zucchini (excess moisture removed)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup shredded mozzarella cheese<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bc cup almond flour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 egg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 garlic cloves, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp Italian seasoning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>salt and black pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Optional topping:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>extra mozzarella cheese<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>fresh parsley<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Preheat oven<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Preheat oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Prepare the mixture<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, grated zucchini, mozzarella cheese, almond flour, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Shape the meatloaf<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into mini loaves. Place them on the prepared baking tray.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Bake<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bake for 25\u201330 minutes until fully cooked and lightly golden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Add cheese topping<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sprinkle additional mozzarella on top and broil for 2\u20133 minutes until the cheese melts and becomes slightly golden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6. Garnish and serve<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nutrition Information (approx.)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prep Time: 10 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cook Time: 30 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Total Time: 40 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Servings: 4<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High protein<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Low carb<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gluten free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This Cheesy Chicken Zucchini Meatloaf is a healthy, high-protein meal made with lean ground chicken, fresh zucchini, and melted mozzarella cheese. Moist, flavorful, and low in carbs, this easy recipe is perfect for anyone following keto, gluten-free, or diabetic-friendly diets. 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