Grill Pan Chicken Ratatouille

This Grill Pan Chicken Ratatouille is another one of my quick, meals don't need to be complicated, suggestions folks:@) And the best part, it uses all of our summer veggies. The zucchini, eggplant, peppers, tomato, and basil are out of my garden! I'd say from prep to plate this takes about 30-40 minutes. Italian dressing adds a lot of flavor, and this will be a substantial meal. And if you have it, a drizzle of good balsamic vinegar right before serving will take it right over the top! If you'd like to add a starch, I think rice would be perfect. Don't hesitate to fire up the grill for this easy meal folks, I don't think you'll be disappointed.

I planted Little Fingers Eggplant this year, the write-up:  

68 days from transplant. This is the best open pollinated oriental eggplant available. Little Fingers eggplant seeds produce long and thin eggplants with glossy dark purple skin. You will see heavy yields of nearly straight fruits that are 4 - 5” long by 1 - 2” wide, set in clusters of 3 - 6. The creamy white interior offers a smooth taste and few seeds. Tender, thin skins do not require peeling or salting before cooking. Grill whole.

It is a hearty little plant:@)

Grill Pan Chicken Ratatouille

As much as you'd like:

Boneless chicken breast, cut into bite size pieces

Onion, large chunked

Bell peppers, chunked

Zucchini, chunked

Little Fingers Eggplant, 1/2" sliced

Italian Dressing

Tomatoes, large chunk

Fresh Basil, chiffonade

Good balsamic vinegar-optional

1. Heat grill to high, add grill pan while heating.
2. Add chicken, onion, peppers, zucchini and eggplant to large bowl or (even better) zip top bag.
3. Drizzle with enough Italian dressing to cover everything.
4. Toss into grill pan, reduce heat to medium/high.
5. Let sit for a couple minutes, stir. Cook for approximately 10-15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. During the last 5 minutes or so, toss tomatoes into the grill pan too.
6. Add to platter, drizzle with more salad dressing, sprinkle with basil, and drizzle with balsamic vinegar if desired.

Eat well and have a happy day:@)