chicken & pork parmesan dip in a cast iron skillet

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Wichita, KS
Updated on Sep 6, 2016

I started with a typical chicken Parmesan recipe, and then made a few modifications, to make it into a really yummy dip. I used a combination of ground chicken and pork, and then a few spices to give it some kick. You can make this a day ahead of time, and the bake it on the big day. So, you ready… Let’s get into the kitchen.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Bake
yield 6 - 7

Ingredients

  • PLAN/PURCHASE
  • 1/4 pound ground chicken
  • 1/4 pound ground pork
  • 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 medium tomatoes, blanched, peeled, and diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • - salt, kosher variety, to taste
  • - black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated

How To Make chicken & pork parmesan dip in a cast iron skillet

  • Step 1
    PREP/PREPARE
  • Step 2
    Gather your ingredients.
  • Step 3
    Add the grapeseed oil to a skillet over medium heat.
  • Step 4
    Add the onion, and sauté for about 4 minutes.
  • Step 5
    The onions will begin to soften, but not brown.
  • Step 6
    Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Step 7
    Add the chicken and pork, and sauté until cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  • Step 8
    Chef’s Note: While the pork and chicken are cooking, add a pinch or two of salt, and a few twists of freshly ground black pepper.
  • Step 9
    Add the tomatoes, basil, and oregano, and stir to combine.
  • Step 10
    Allow the mixture to slowly simmer over medium-low heat until 3/4 of the moisture has evaporated, about 12 – 15 minutes.
  • Step 11
    Remove from the heat.
  • Step 12
    Place a rack in the lower position, and preheat the oven to 375f (190c).
  • Step 13
    Remove half of the tomato mixture from the skillet, and reserve.
  • Step 14
    Mix 1 cup of the mozzarella, the ricotta, and 2 tablespoons of the parsley, to a small bowl.
  • Step 15
    Add the ricotta mixture to the top of the tomato mixture in the skillet.
  • Step 16
    Evenly spread the remainder of the tomato mixture to the top.
  • Step 17
    Top with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
  • Step 18
    Place in the preheated oven, and cook until nice and bubbly, and the cheese begins to brown, about 25 minutes.
  • Step 19
    PLATE/PRESENT
  • Step 20
    Sprinkle the additional chopped parsley on top, and serve while still nice and hot with some toasted bread slices, and/or some chips. Enjoy.
  • Step 21
    Keep the faith, and keep cooking.

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Culture: Italian
Ingredient: Chicken
Method: Bake

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