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Cajun Chicken Meatloaf Muffins with Cheesy Grits

Rett Main Course
Kategori American
serveringsstørrelse 4 people

Ingredienser
  

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup finely diced yellow onion
  • 2 tablespoons finely diced green bell pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup ketchup, divided
  • 1 cup quick-cooking grits
  • 4 cups water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

fremgangsmåte
 

  • Heat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, bell pepper, Cajun seasoning, Parmesan, milk, and 2 tablespoons of the ketchup. Mix gently until combined, taking care not to compact the mixture.
  • Divide half of the chicken mixture among 8 muffin cups. Add a small pinch of mozzarella to the center of each portion, then cover with the remaining chicken mixture. Shape each one into a rounded muffin and seal the cheese inside. Spoon the remaining ketchup over the tops.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the muffins are cooked through and reach 165°F in the center. Let them rest in the pan for 5 minutes before removing.
  • While the muffins bake, bring the water and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan. Slowly whisk in the grits. Reduce the heat to low and cook according to the package directions, stirring often, until thick and tender.
  • Stir the cheddar and butter into the cooked grits until the cheese melts. Spoon the grits into bowls and serve the chicken muffins on top or alongside.

merknader

Keep the mozzarella pieces small and fully enclosed so they stay inside the muffins as they bake. If your Cajun seasoning is especially salty, reduce the salt in the grits and taste before adding more.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Muffin Pan, Mixing Bowl, Medium Saucepan, Whisk