Saturday 10 March 2012

CHICKEN AND SMOKED MOZZARELLA FRITATTA


This frittata is a delicious; protein-rich meal. It is ideal for a high-power breakfast when you are not going to have lunch and also makes an excellent energy-boosting snack whenever needed.

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients
  • 8 large eggs
  • Half a cup grated smoked mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup cooked chicken (boned)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped coriander
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method
  1. Place a rack in the center of the oven and heat it to 400oF
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs and mix in the cheese
  3. Heat the olive oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring frequently until golden around the edges for 2-3 minutes
  4. Stir in the chicken, coriander, half a teaspoon of salt and a quarter teaspoon of pepper
  5. Remove from the heat and add the egg mixture. Stir just until the coriander is dispersed evenly
  6. Transfer to the oven and bake until the eggs are set and firm to the touch. This will take about 13 to 14 minutes. Allow the frittata to rest in the pan for two minutes.
  7. Run a knife or spatula around the edge of the pan to loosen the frittata and slide it out onto a cutting board. Slice the frittata into wedges and serve hot or at room temperature. Serve with a vegetable salad

Cooking tips
  • You may vary the frittata and include different ingredients such as parsley or vegetable to create a vegetarian dish.
  • If you do not wish to use chicken, you may use beef or fish
  • Add mushrooms if desired to create a different taste.

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