EatWellStayHealthy Kids Chicken Nuggets
with Warm Portabella Mushroom Herb Pesto
PITTSBURG, Texas, November 10, 2006 – This holiday season, many of us will be spending time indoors entertaining friends, watching television or just enjoying quality family time. Here’s a delicious casual recipe you can serve friends and family when you want to stay home and relax.
This recipe features great new products from Pilgrim's Pride, EatWellStayHealthy Kids Nuggets and Popcorn Nuggets. These products are made from whole-muscle chicken breast meat and contain zero trans fats. They have less than half the calories, half the carbohydrates and 80% less fat per serving than the leading national brand. While the package says "kids," these low-fat chicken bites are sure to be a favorite of all ages. They’re great for hors d'oeuvres, as a snack or even on a salad.
This recipe creates an exotic dipping sauce you can use with EatWellStayHealthy Kids Nuggets, Popcorn Nuggets, or just about any chicken item. You’ll find this dish perfect for entertaining or television snacking, with a gourmet touch.
EatWellStayHealthy Kids Chicken Nuggets with Warm Portabella Mushroom Herb Pesto
Serves 8
1 lb fresh Portabella mushrooms (approximately 2 large) cleaned and chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
2 tbsp. each fresh thyme, oregano, chives, chopped and Italian parsley 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1-½ tbsp. balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Heat chicken nuggets according to instructions
- Heat 2 tbsp oil in a medium skillet adding mushrooms, and cook until moisture evaporates
- Remove and add garlic and onions and cook until tender
- Transfer to food processor. Add lemon juice, vinegar, 1 tbsp olive oil and fresh herbs. Pulse until slightly course
- Season with salt and pepper to taste
- Transfer to a bowl and serve warm with prepared chicken nuggets
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Contact:
Ray Atkinson
Pilgrim's Pride Corporation
(540) 896-0406
ray.atkinson@pilgrimspride.com
SOURCE Pilgrim's Pride Corporation
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