Easy Italian Chicken Loaf
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Easy Italian Chicken Loaf, a flavor-packed twist on classic meatloaf that’s as comforting as it is delicious. Made with lean ground chicken, savory sun-dried tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic Italian herbs like oregano and basil, this recipe brings Mediterranean flair to your table in just under an hour. Gooey mozzarella cheese melts into every bite, while grated Parmesan and a touch of garlic ensure a rich, robust taste. Perfect for busy evenings, this simple yet elegant dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, fresh salad, or creamy pasta. With easy prep, minimal ingredients, and irresistible Italian flavors, this chicken loaf is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp milk
- 0.25 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 0.75 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a loaf pan with olive oil and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, and milk. Mix until evenly combined.
Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, shredded mozzarella, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Stir well to incorporate all the ingredients.
Transfer the chicken mixture to the prepared loaf pan, pressing it gently to ensure it's evenly distributed and compact.
Drizzle the top of the loaf with the olive oil to help it brown in the oven.
Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the loaf reaches 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it rest in the pan for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm with a side of roasted vegetables, a fresh salad, or your favorite pasta dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
388 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.3 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 170 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 861 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 31.8 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 308 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 387 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
