Chicken and Broccoli Braid

Ingredients and Weight:

• Chicken breast: 500 grams
• Fresh broccoli: 250 grams
• Pizza dough: 250 grams (pre-made or homemade)
• Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tablespoons
• Garlic: 3 cloves, crushed
• Salt and pepper: to taste
• Red chili flakes or powdered chili pepper: 1 teaspoon (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Clean and prepare the broccoli by cutting into small florets. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cut the chicken breast into small pieces and add the crushed garlic, salt, pepper, and chili flakes (if using). Mix well.
4. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle or square shape.
5. Spread the olive oil onto the pizza dough.
6. Layer the chicken pieces and broccoli florets on top of the dough.
7. Starting from one end, roll the dough into a tight braid, ensuring that the filling is enclosed inside.
8. Place the braid on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Bake for 20 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through.
10. Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving)

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Fat: 12g (including 3g saturated fat)
• Fiber: 4g
• Sodium: 360mg

Dish Characteristics:

• Creative fusion of an American-style pizza braid with an Asian-inspired chicken and broccoli filling.
• The dish offers a combination of crispy dough with tender chicken and fresh broccoli.
• The use of pizza dough gives the dish a unique and interesting texture.

User Comments:

1. "Love the idea of combining pizza dough with chicken and broccoli! This dish is a must-try."
2. "The crust was crispy and the chicken was so juicy. Will definitely make this again."
3. "Added chili flakes gave it a nice kick! A unique and delicious dish."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Ensure that the pizza dough is not too sticky or too dry, as it can affect the texture of the final dish.
• You can adjust the heat level by adding or reducing the chili flakes or powdered chili pepper according to preference.
• For best results, use fresh ingredients like chicken breast and fresh broccoli florets.