Retro Recipe: Pa. Dutch Chicken Loaf

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3
Retro Recipe: Pa. Dutch Chicken Loaf
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken , chunks
8 slices white bread cubes
2 tablespoons parsley
2 sticks celery , chopped
1 small onion , chopped fine
2/3 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
190
Sugar
3g
Fat
8g
Pa. Dutch Chicken Loaf is a retro recipe that can be traced back to the Pennsylvania Dutch regions of the United States. It's a hearty main course that contains cooked chicken, bread cubes, celery, onions, and eggs. This recipe is a great way to use leftover chicken and can be served hot or cold. It's also a great dish for potlucks or picnics as it can be sliced and served as sandwiches. This dish may remind you of a chicken pot pie without the crust. It's easy to make and uses simple ingredients that are readily available.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, bread cubes, parsley, celery, onion, and salt.
3.In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
4.Combine the egg mixture with the chicken mixture and mix well.
5.Pour the mixture into a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan and smooth the top.
6.Bake for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7.Let it cool before slicing and serving.

PROS

This chicken loaf is easy to make and uses simple ingredients.

It can be served for lunch or dinner and leftovers can be used for sandwiches.

It’s a great way to use leftover cooked chicken.

CONS

It may not be suitable for vegans or vegetarians.

The bread in the recipe may cause it to be high in carbohydrates.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals.
It may help boost the immune system and promote muscle growth.
Celery contains antioxidants and may contribute to reducing inflammation and blood pressure.
Onions contain flavonoids that may help lower the risk of certain cancers.

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