I was approached by Simply Chicken, a brand of Rainbow Chicken to do a blog article using their ready made crumbed chicken nuggets and steaklets.
I prepared 2 recipes using their products, and wrote a little article about their product.
My aim was to target busy mums who are looking for quick and easy to prepare kids meals.
The blog article :
“Simply chicken ready packed frozen crumbed chicken Steaklets is one of the best frozen items you could keep in your kitchen. It’s conveniently packed, free from added MSG, quick to cook in 20 minutes and a definite family pleaser.
The list of meals that can be prepared with this easy-to-cook range is endless. Salads, sandwiches, appetizers, pastas or pizzas, this range can be used in a variety of dishes with different spices and sauces to create a whole new meal.
Succulent, moist chicken and a tasty crunchy crumb is the delicious combination that Simply Chicken Steaklets offer. These products proved to be a success amongst kids and are great for busy working mums to prepare as a quick meal.
The Simply Chicken range is accredited halaal status by the Muslim Judicial Council (MJC).
The Simply Chicken range is available at supermarkets nationwide making it conveniently accessible to most families. Next time you at the supermarket, don’t forget to add a pack of Simply Chicken to your trolley.”
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Crumbed Chicken Tortilla Sliders
Louisiana Chicken Pasta
Crumbed Chicken Tortilla Sliders
These sliders make a perfect kids after school meal or a light dinner. They are quick to make and most ingredients are pantry staples.
Preparation time : 30 minutes
Ingredients :
- 10 pieces Simply Chicken steaklet mini chicken nuggets
- 4 flour tortillas
- Lettuce
- Cucumber slices
- Sauce of your choice : tomato, mustard, chilli, etc.
- Grated cheese
Directions :
Using a round cutter, cut 5 circles from each tortilla, to yield 20 circles, to form the base and top for each slider.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and fry the nuggets in shallow oil until it’s crispy on the outside.
Place one tortilla as a base, spread the sauce, one lettuce leaf, one cucumber slice, a piece of chicken, some cheese and another tortilla round to form the lid.
Hold in place with a toothpick. Serve immediately.
Louisiana Chicken Pasta
This pasta is so delicious and easy to make. The contrast of saucy smooth pasta and crunchy chicken is amazing. Kids will enjoy it thoroughly.
This pasta dish can be converted into an adults meal by adding some chilli to the sauce and some extra vegetables.
Preparation time : 40 minutes
Ingredients :
- 2 pieces Simply Chicken steaklets crumbed chicken pieces
- 2 cups fusilli tricolour pasta
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tblsp cornflour
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup store bought tomato pasta sauce
- Grated cheese
- Optional : chopped red pepper
Directions :
Preheat oven to 200 degrees celsius .
Boil pasta in salted boiling water until al dente.
Heat butter until sizzling, add in the cornflour to make a roux, and then add in milk and allow to thicken over low heat. Once smooth and thick, add in the pasta sauce and set aside.
Drain pasta and mix in with the sauce, add in optional veggies.
Place chicken steaklets in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until cooked through. Cut into bite size pieces and place over pasta.
Sprinkle over cheese and oregano and serve immediately.
