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Chicken, Leek and Zucchini Pasta Gratin
A creamy pasta gratin combining chicken, leek and zucchini, topped with a velvety béchamel and melted mozzarella. Easy, quick and perfect for a convivial French-style dinner.
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Critical Success Points
- • Brown the chicken without burning it (step 2).
- • Cook the pasta al dente to prevent it becoming too soft in the oven (step 5).
- • Achieve a smooth béchamel without lumps (step 7).
- • Monitor the oven baking to avoid the cheese burning (step 9).
Safety Warnings
- • Be careful of hot oil splatters when cooking the chicken.
- • Pasta cooking water is very hot; handle with care.
- • The oven reaches 200 °C: use kitchen gloves.
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