Easy Italian Chicken Loaf Recipe

This Easy Italian Chicken Loaf recipe delivers spectacular flavor with 50% less fat than ground beef! Juicy, flavorful chicken is combined with fresh vegetables and herbs, then baked to perfection. A simple, healthy, and delicious weeknight meal the whole family will love.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 168.6 kcal
Protein 43g
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Ingredients for Easy Italian Chicken Loaf

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How to Make Easy Italian Chicken Loaf

  1. Wash hands thoroughly before and after handling uncooked chicken.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a broiler pan with a drain rack with fat-free cooking spray and set aside.
  3. Mince 1/2 cup onion, 1/2 cup celery, and 1/2 cup bell pepper in a food processor (or finely chop by hand).
  4. Gently flatten 1.5 lbs of ground chicken by hand on a cutting board.
  5. Add 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/2 cup bread crumbs, the minced vegetable mixture, and 3 tablespoons of your favorite spaghetti sauce to the flattened chicken.
  6. Gently blend the chicken mixture by hand until evenly combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Form the mixture into a ball, then gently flatten it into a loaf shape. Place the loaf on the prepared drain rack.
  8. Top the loaf with 4 tablespoons of spaghetti sauce.
  9. Roast in the preheated oven for 60-75 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  10. If desired, during the last 5-10 minutes of cooking, top with 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese and a few slices of Roma tomatoes. Continue cooking until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Let the chicken loaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

4g

Carbs

3g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Italian Chicken Loaf?

Easy Italian Chicken Loaf takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Italian Chicken Loaf?

Easy Italian Chicken Loaf has approximately 168.6 calories per serving, with about 43 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Italian Chicken Loaf?

The key ingredients for Easy Italian Chicken Loaf are Ground Chicken, Onion, Celery, Bell Pepper, Mrs. Dash Tomato Basil Garlic Seasoning, Seasoned Dry Bread Crumb. See the full list with measurements above.

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