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Green Chicken Pasta

Green Chicken Pasta: 5 Reasons Kids Will Love This Dish


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Fun and festive food ideas for St. Patrick’s Day that kids will love.


Ingredients

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  • Green food coloring
  • 1 cup of rice
  • 2 cups of water
  • 1 cup of shredded cheese
  • 2 tablespoons of butter
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Bring water to a boil in a pot.
  2. Add rice and a pinch of salt.
  3. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  4. In a separate pan, melt butter and add green food coloring.
  5. Mix cooked rice with the colored butter.
  6. Add shredded cheese and stir until melted.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of green food coloring to achieve desired color.
  • Serve with green fruit for a festive touch.
  • Can substitute rice with quinoa for a different texture.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Irish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: st patricks day food for kids