In the quaint little kitchen, the air was thick with anticipation as Sarah prepared to make her infamous chicken for dinner. She reached for the packet of Shake and Bake, that delightful breadcrumb mixture that promised a crisp, golden finish with minimal fuss. With a mischievous grin, she poured the seasoned crumbs into a bowl, the enticing aroma wafting up as she added a splash of water to create just the right consistency.

“Just coat it well and pop it in the oven,” she chirped, recalling her mother’s instructions from years gone by. The simplicity of the method was a nod to both nostalgia and convenience. As she dipped the chicken pieces into the mix, the sound of the crispy coating crunching against the meat was music to her ears. With a final flourish, she placed the tray into the oven, the promise of a delightful dinner hanging tantalisingly in the air. In no time, the kitchen would be filled with the comforting scent of roast chicken, all thanks to a little magic in a packet.