The Cheesy Drumstick Delight
Number of Portions:
4 portions
Ingredients:
– 8 chicken drumsticks
– 200g mozzarella cheese, shredded
– 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
– 250g pasta of your choice
Optional Extra
Ingredients:
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves of garlic, minced
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1 cup of mushrooms, sliced
– Fresh basil leaves, chopped
Preparation & Cooking Time:
30 minutes
Method:
1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large pot, cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. In a separate pan, heat some oil over medium heat and cook the chicken drumsticks until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
4. In the same pan, add the carrots and optional onion, garlic, red bell pepper, and mushrooms. Sauté until they are slightly tender.
5. Take a baking dish and layer the cooked pasta on the bottom.
6. Place the cooked drumsticks on top of the pasta.
7. Spread the sautéed vegetables evenly around the drumsticks.
8. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top, covering the dish generously.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and slightly browned.
10. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
11. Serve hot and enjoy!
Equipment Needed:
– Large pot for cooking pasta
– Pan for cooking chicken and vegetables
– Baking dish
Nutritional Information Per Serving:
– Calories: 420
– Fat: 18g
– Carbohydrates: 25g
– Protein: 38g
– Fiber: 4g
– Sodium: 450mg
Note: Please adjust the optional extra ingredients’ quantities based on your preference and dietary needs.