Tag: chicken

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Tandoori-New Chicken

You shouldn’t let chicken breasts marinate for hours. Chicken breasts are naturally tender, so marinating simply adds flavor. You don’t need the brine of marinade to break down the protein. It’s best to choose bold ingredients and avoid soaking the delicate meat in acidic liquids for too long—it may become stringy and tough. This recipe […]

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Chimichurri Chicken Thighs with Potatoes

An herb- and chile-packed chimichurri sauce makes this meat-and-potatoes main vibrant and exciting. Double the mixture, and spoon over grilled steak or fish on another night. Use your microwave to jumpstart the potatoes, then crisp them up in the drippings from the cooked chicken thighs for maximum flavor. Fresno chiles have a medium heat, just […]

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Crispy Buttermilk Chicken

Marinating chicken breasts for four hours in a classic combination of buttermilk, egg, onion powder, and a hint of red pepper yields tender, flavorful results. Sauté the chicken just before baking to give it a perfectly crispy crust. This classic breaded chicken recipe creates a very versatile chicken dish. Feel free to eat straight from […]

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Marinating: Hawaiian Chicken

Take a mental vacation to Hawaii as you enjoy this grilled chicken marinated in a mixture of pineapple juice, ketchup, soy sauce and ginger. Store-bought marinades are certainly convenient, but they’re often loaded with sodium. Some have more than 900 milligrams of sodium in just two tablespoons. Smart cooks know that homemade marinades are the […]

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Curried Chicken Salad with Apples and Raisins

Enjoy this fruit-studded chicken salad with whole-grain crackers, or spread it on whole wheat bread for a sandwich. Ingredients 1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise 1 teaspoon curry powder 2 teaspoons water 1 cup chopped skinless, boneless Grilled Lemon-Herb Chicken (about 4 ounces) 3/4 cup chopped Braeburn apple (about 1 small) 1/3 cup diced celery 3 tablespoons […]

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Melon Chicken Salad

The combination of sweet honey, salty soy sauce, tart vinegar, bitter daikon radish, and savory chicken make this inspired chicken salad one for the repeat recipe file. Ingredients 1/4 cup rice vinegar 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons chunky peanut butter 1 tablespoon honey 3/4 teaspoon dark sesame oil 3 cups (2 x 1/4-inch) […]

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Grilled Chicken Salad

This recipe uses leftover chicken and vegetables from Chicken Kebabs with Yogurt-Tahini Sauce. Ingredients 8 cups lightly packed mixed greens All grilled chicken left over from Chicken Kebabs with Yogurt-Tahini Sauce All grilled vegetables left over from Chicken Kebabs with Yogurt-Tahini Sauce 4 ounces feta, crumbled 1 cup drained and rinsed canned chickpeas 12 pitted […]

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Mediterranean Roast Turkey

Ingredients 2 cups chopped onion (about 1 large) 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives 1/2 cup julienne-cut drained oil-packed sun-dried tomato halves 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 teaspoon Greek seasoning mix (such as McCormick’s) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 (4-pound) boneless turkey breast, trimmed 1/2 […]

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Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Mushrooms and Carrots

A full-plate dinner simmers to saucy, savory perfection in the slow cooker. To end up with super-succulent pork, don’t overcook the chops in the pan before adding to the slow cooker. Just a couple of minutes per side will be enough to achieve nice color. Don’t be afraid of the time, you will only be actively […]

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Mojo Chicken In the Crock-Pot

Marinating chicken overnight with fresh jalapenos, garlic, oranges and limes means that this chicken is full of great flavors. Any cut of chicken will work great with this marinade and it may be broiled or grilled. The marinade is absorbed really well by the chicken in the crock-pot. Recipe by Mary Younkin, Barefeet in the […]