Dino Buddies with Mashed Potato Volcano!
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Total Time
22 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
836 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Dino Buddies with Mashed Potato Volcano!
Description
This recipe uses pre-packaged Dino Buddies cooked according to package directions, providing crispy, flavorful chicken bites shaped like dinosaurs. The mashed potatoes, prepared separately, are molded into a volcano shape with an indentation on top to hold the rich brown gravy poured over as lava. Fresh broccoli florets surround the base, resembling trees to enhance the volcano theme visually.
Texture contrasts include the crunchy coating of the Dino Buddies alongside the creamy mashed potatoes and tender broccoli. The savory gravy adds moisture and depth to the potatoes while complementing the chicken. This themed arrangement encourages children to enjoy a balanced meal with protein, starch, and vegetables presented in a fun way.
The dish works well as a family dinner or party plate where presentation enhances the dining experience. It requires no complex cooking for the Dino Buddies and minimal preparation for the rest, making it accessible for home cooks.
Ingredients
- 16 pieces Yummy Dino Buddies
- 12 oz broccoli fresh florets
- 24 oz potato mashed
- 12 oz gravy
Instructions
- Prepare Dino Buddies according to directions on package.
- While Dino Buddies are baking prepare the rest of the ingredients.
- When Dino Buddies are done baking remove from oven and place on plate.
- Scoop prepared mashed potatoes onto plate and form into volcano shape with indent on top. Top the mashed potatoes with gravy for lava and place broccoli florets around the base of mashed potatoes for trees.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 836 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 836kcal | 42% |
| Carbohydrates | 163g | 54% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 964mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 2136mg | 45% |
| Fiber | 13g | 52% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 550IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 213.7mg | 237% |
| Calcium | 106mg | 11% |
| Iron | 3.4mg | 19% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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