Chicken Saltimbocca Meatloaf

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground chicken
• 1/3 cup bread crumbs
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh sage
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 4 slices prosciutto, diced
• 1/4 cup butter

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the ground chicken, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, sage, salt, pepper, and eggs. Mix until just combined.
3. Press the mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the prosciutto and cook until lightly browned. Sprinkle the prosciutto over the top of the meatloaf.
5. Return to oven and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf has reached 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
6. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• The traditional Italian dish Saltimbocca is typically made with veal, prosciutto, and sage.
• This dish is a great way to use up leftover cooked chicken.
• If desired, you can substitute ground turkey or beef for the ground chicken.