SAEDNEWS: Chicken cake is a simple and delicious appetizer that you can customize with ingredients of your choice and shape it as you like, from a large mold to individual servings.
Chicken cake is a type of cold appetizer that is very popular at parties and gatherings. The reason it is called “chicken cake” is its beautiful appearance, which resembles a cake.
There are various ways to prepare chicken cake, and anyone can adapt it according to taste or available ingredients. Below, we provide a step-by-step guide to making this delicious dish.
Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
Chicken breast | 2 pieces |
Chicken ham | 250 g |
Green onions | 200 g |
Toast bread | As needed |
Mayonnaise | 1 cup |
Yogurt | 1/3 cup |
Cream | 100 g |
Corn | 1/2 cup |
Onion | 1 |
Pickles | 200 g |
Parsley | 200 g |
Salt | To taste |
Black pepper | To taste |
Step 1:
Place the chicken breasts in water over high heat. Chop one onion and add it to the chicken.
Step 2:
Add salt and black pepper, and cook the chicken thoroughly.
Step 3:
Shred the cooked chicken using a fork and knife, then set aside.
Step 4:
Wash and finely dice the green onions.
Step 5:
Clean and finely chop the parsley.
Step 6:
Wash and finely dice the pickles.
Step 7:
Dice the chicken ham into small cubes.
Step 8:
Chop the walnuts finely, either with a knife, grater, or grinder.
Step 9:
In a suitable bowl, pour the yogurt and stir until smooth. Gradually add mayonnaise while whisking by hand. Then add the cream and mix well.
Step 10:
Season the sauce with salt and pepper. You can use black or red pepper according to taste.
Step 11:
Add all the chopped ingredients to the sauce and mix thoroughly. For convenience, add them one by one, mixing after each addition.
Step 12:
Place the toast bread on a work surface and trim the edges with a knife.
Step 13:
Arrange one layer of toast bread on a suitable dish.
Step 14:
Spread the prepared filling over the toast so the bread is completely covered.
Step 15:
Add another layer of toast and repeat until all ingredients are used. Decorate with corn, pickles, cherry tomatoes, and walnuts if desired.
To serve warm, use a sandwich maker. You can also add ingredients like potatoes, mushrooms, or cooked rice.
Yogurt can be replaced with sliced cheese or mozzarella. Spread a layer of cheese between toast layers and cook in a sandwich maker for a warm snack.
Use different vegetables or vary the filling in each layer.
You can make single-serving chicken cakes by stacking individual slices of toast with filling.
Preparation time: ~40 minutes
Serving: Suitable for lunch, dinner, or as an appetizer. Also ideal for Ramadan iftar.
Serves: 4 people
