Lunch has always been a meal I’ve grappled with, and since going GF and DF (gluten free and dairy free) it has only become more difficult. Sandwiches are pretty much out of the question, and even the quick slice of pizza most people can grab on rushed days would send my tummy, hands, and head into a frenzy. Lately I’ve been learning the fine art of leftovers, which are great for days when I have an internship. But on my days off when I have the whole afternoon to myself to languidly slip through the day, I like to get a little creative—I grab my camera for naughty food porn, I listen to some Netflix, and I pad around the kitchen imagining I’m cooking for my dashing, attractive husband in our fabulous beach house; wishful thinking on most accounts, but if I crane my neck, I can kinddddddd of see Lake Champlain….
Until then, I have this to work with.
I’ve been gently re-introducing food, which my taste buds and energy levels are most grateful for, and I’ve found myself craving healthy fats and protein. Some crispy corn tortillas covered in avocado mixture filled with simple spices and runny egg to top it all off and served with a side of two honey and rosemary covered drumsticks seemed like a fresh and healthy idea. Not to mention it was insanely cheap. I bought a package of 5 drum sticks for $3.46 and ate 2 of them. Corn tortillas are less than $3 for a huge bag. One avocado is $1. The spices you probably have in the cupboard (or you can just omit them). Healthy, satisfying, and unique meals don’t need to be super pricey.
If I could change anything I would use a little less salt and up the rosemary
When it comes to chicken breasts I go skinless, but in the case of drumsticks I like leaving the bumpy layer and fatty bits on. Treat yourself 😉
Drizzle some honey on a plate to roll the chicken in before rubbing on the spices
Tinfoil is always, always, always your friend.
The avocado has a rich & cream mouthfeel, but light flavor. The chicken packs a flavorful bunch. Opposites always attract.
Yes I’m a girl. Yes I Instagram photos of my food. Yes I’m proud of it ❤
Here are the recipes, which I tweaked slightly by adding honey to the drumsticks and tortillas instead of pitas. You might have noticed I used 2 tortillas (with a thin layer of avocado in between to act as glue.) Unlike flour tortillas which are sturdy, corn tortillas are delicate little butterflies. They are also much smaller than their wheaty cousin.
Peel Away ❤
Jocellyn
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