Mediterranean Savory Chicken & Veggie Loaf

🫒 Mediterranean Savory Chicken & Veggie Loaf

(Juicy • Rustic • Oven-Baked)

🧺 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

Base

• 500 g (1 lb) ground chicken

• 1 cup finely diced potatoes (parboiled 5 minutes)

• ½ cup finely chopped onion

• ½ cup red bell pepper, finely diced

• ⅓ cup grated carrot

• ⅓ cup chopped olives or dried cranberries (like in the image)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Binders & Flavor

• 2 large eggs

• ½ cup Greek yogurt

• ½ cup breadcrumbs (whole wheat or almond flour)

• ⅓ cup grated Parmesan

• 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

Seasoning

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp sea salt

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Topping (Optional but Recommended)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp Parmesan

• 1 tbsp breadcrumbs

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat Oven
   Set to 180°C / 350°F. Grease a round or loaf pan and line with parchment.

2. Mix the Loaf
   In a large bowl, combine chicken, potatoes, onion, bell pepper, carrot, olives/cranberries, and garlic.
   Add eggs, yogurt, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, olive oil, herbs, spices, salt, pepper, and parsley.

3. Combine Gently
   Mix just until combined — don’t overmix to keep it tender.

4. Shape & Top
   Press mixture into the pan. Brush top lightly with olive oil and sprinkle Parmesan + breadcrumbs.

5. Bake
   Bake uncovered for 45–55 minutes, until deeply golden and internal temp reaches 74°C / 165°F.

6. Rest & Slice
   Rest 10 minutes before slicing (this keeps it juicy).

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🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• With Greek yogurt garlic sauce

• Alongside Mediterranean salad

• With roasted vegetables or lemon potatoes

• Delicious hot or cold the next day

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💡 Pro Tips

• Finely chopped veggies = ultra-moist texture

• Yogurt replaces cream/butter beautifully

• Olives give savory depth; cranberries add sweet contrast (as seen in the image)