Food for Thought: Chicken Parmesan Loaf (GF)

So you know how when you see a recipe on Pinterest that catches your eye and you can't wait to try it... Yeah, this is one I was geeked to give a shot at. Yum! It seemed so simple and delicious ~ And it is.

  

I only changed a few things to make it gluten free and using items we like.

You can find the original recipe from joelens.blogspot.com through my Pinterest link here.

• 1 lb ground chicken (we use Perdue brand which is gluten free)
• 1 egg 
• 1/4 cup gluten free bread crumbs (or gluten free, nut free oats) 
• 1/2 can (14.5oz) of diced tomatoes with Italian herbs (oregano, basil, & garlic) - drained
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup pasta sauce
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray loaf pan with cooking spray, set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, egg, bread crumbs, tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. Mix with hands, just like a meatloaf.
3. Place the mixture in the loaf pan and form into a loaf.
4. Top with the pasta sauce.
5. Cover and bake for 40-45 minutes.
6. Remove from oven and sprinkle on the mozzarella cheese. Place back in oven until cheese has melted.
7. Remove from oven again and allow loaf to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

DONE!

We gobbled this up so quick, I almost forgot my "after pic" so I'm thankful I quickly snapped this before it was all gone! LOL

Everyone loved this - the fella and Little Miss. We sprinkled a little extra Parm on top when we served it too.


BAKE THESE IN A MUFFIN PAN INSTEAD FOR A GREAT LUNCH BOX IDEA! SEE POST HERE!

I'm linking this recipe over at Allergy Free Wednesdays!