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No Peek Chicken & Rice

No Peek Chicken & Rice

No Peek Chicken & Rice

 

2 T. olive oil

2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken thighs

½ tsp. paprika

½ tsp. garlic powder

½ tsp. salt

¼ tsp. pepper

1 small sweet onion, diced

1 C. diced carrots

1 C. diced celery

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 tsp. fresh thyme

1 ½ C. basmati rice

3 C. chicken broth

8 oz. heavy whipping cream

½ C. shredded Parmesan cheese

½ C. shredded Gouda cheese

Kosher salt

fresh cracked pepper

Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

 

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a 9×13 baking pan with cooking spray and set aside. Lay the chicken thighs out on a large cutting board. Combine paprika, garlic powder, ½ tsp. salt and ¼ tsp. pepper in a small bowl. Whisk together and sprinkle over both sides of the chicken. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté the chicken over medium high heat, for 1-2 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan (it’s okay if the chicken is not cooked completely through, it will continue cooking with the rice), and place the chicken in the 9×13 baking dish. In the same hot skillet, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery (mirepoix). Cook until the veggies are softened, for 6 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and add garlic and thyme, cooking for 1 minute. Making the sauce: Next pour in the chicken broth, heavy whipping cream, Parmesan cheese, Gouda cheese, and the basmati rice and stir. On medium-high heat cook, stirring the sauce, for about 5 minutes, then simmer for another 5-7 minutes to thicken the sauce. Pour the mixture over the chicken thighs in the 9×13 baking dish. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 40-50 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the chicken is cooked through. Remove the foil; garnish with fresh chopped parsley and enjoy! Optional to broil for 1-2 minutes after removing the foil, to brown the chicken.

One-Skillet Pasta

One-Skillet Pasta

One-Skillet Pasta

 

1-1/2 pounds ground turkey

1 medium onion, finely chopped

1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped

1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth

1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained

1 T. brown sugar

1 T. chili powder

8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta

1 C. shredded cheddar cheese

 

In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook the turkey, onion and red pepper over medium heat, crumbling turkey, until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomatoes, broth, mushrooms, brown sugar and chili powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Add pasta; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until pasta is tender, 30-35 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and cook until cheese is melted, 2-3 minutes longer.

Tsukune – Tokyo Style Grilled Chicken Dumplings

Tsukune – Tokyo Style Grilled Chicken Dumplings

Tsukune – Tokyo Style Grilled Chicken Dumplings

 

1-1/4 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

2 ounces chicken fat or fatty bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

2 scallions, both white and green parts, trimmed and thinly sliced crosswise

1 tsp. minced peeled fresh ginger

1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

1-1/2 tsp. coarse salt (kosher or sea)

1/2 tsp. ground coriander

1/4 tsp. ground sansho pepper, or 1/8 tsp. each additional freshly ground black pepper and ground coriander

2 tsp. cornstarch

1 egg white

 

Place the chicken pieces, chicken fat or bacon, if using, scallions, ginger, black pepper, salt, coriander, sansho pepper, cornstarch, and egg white in a food processor fitted with a metal blade. Process the mixture to a coarse puree, running the processor in short bursts. Do not overprocess; the mixture should be lumpy—this is essential for the proper texture. Transfer the dumpling mixture to a bowl (or leave it in the processor bowl) and freeze it, covered, until firm, but not frozen, 20 to 30 minutes. Using a large spoon, scoop out a 1-1/2  inch ball of dumpling mixture and mold it onto the end of a skewer to make a flattish oval about 2 inches long, 1 inch wide, and 1/2 inch thick. Place the skewer on a plate or baking sheet lined with plastic wrap. Repeat until all of the dumpling mixture is used up, wetting or oiling your hands as needed to prevent sticking. You should have 16 to 18 dumplings; refrigerate them, covered, for 1 to 2 hours. Set up the grill for direct grilling and preheat it to high. When ready to cook, brush and generously oil the grill grate. Arrange the dumplings on the hot grate at a diagonal to the bars, placing the aluminum foil shield under the exposed ends of the skewers to keep them from burning. Grill the dumplings until golden brown and cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes per side, 6 to 8 minutes in all. Give each skewer a quarter turn after 1-1/2 minutes to create an attractive crosshatch of grill marks (it also helps the dumplings cook more evenly). Transfer the grilled dumplings to a platter and serve at once.

Saigon Garlic Lemongrass Wings

Saigon Garlic Lemongrass Wings

Saigon Garlic Lemongrass Wings

 

12 whole chicken wings (2 1⁄2 to 3 pounds)

4 cloves garlic, peeled

1/4 C. chopped shallots

1 piece (1 inch) fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced

2 stalks fresh lemongrass, trimmed and sliced, or 2 strips lemon zest (each 2 by 1⁄2 inches), removed with a vegetable peeler

2 T. sugar

1/3 C. Asian fish sauce

3 T. fresh lemon juice

3 T. vegetable oil

1/4 C. finely chopped dry-roasted peanuts, for garnish

1/4 C. chopped fresh cilantro (optional), for garnish

Rinse the chicken wings under cold running water, then drain and blot dry with paper towels. Make two or three deep slashes, to the bone, in the meaty part of each wing. Set the wings aside while you prepare the marinade. Combine the garlic, shallots, ginger, lemongrass, and sugar in a mortar and pound to a paste with a pestle, then work in the fish sauce, lemon juice, and 1 T. of the oil. If you don’t have a mortar and pestle, combine all these ingredients in a blender or food processor and process to a smooth puree. Scrape the marinade into a large bowl, add the chicken wings, and turn to coat thoroughly. Cover the wings and let marinate, in the refrigerator, for at least 4 hours, but preferably 24, turning the wings occasionally. Set up the grill for direct grilling and preheat to medium-high. When ready to cook, drain the chicken wings, reserving the marinade, then thread each wing on a skewer, running the skewer through all three sections of the wing to hold it open as widely as possible. Brush the wings on both sides with the remaining 2 T. of oil. Brush and oil the grill grate, then arrange the chicken wings on the hot grate with the aluminum foil shield under the ends of the skewers. Grill the wings, turning them several times with tongs, until the thicker wing sections are no longer pink near the bone, 12 to 16 minutes in all. Reduce the heat if the wings start to burn. Brush the wings once or twice with the reserved marinade, but do not brush them during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Transfer the grilled wings to a serving platter, sprinkle the peanuts and cilantro (if using) over them, and serve.

Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken

Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken

Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken

 

2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs or chicken breast tenderloins, cut into bite-sized chunks

1 C. pineapple juice (from a can or carton)

½ C. packed light brown sugar

⅓ C. low-sodium soy sauce

2 T. cornstarch (for thickening)

2 bell peppers (any color – red, yellow, orange, green work well), seeded and chopped

Optional: 1 onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

 

Cut your chicken into uniform bite-sized pieces. Chop the bell peppers and onion (if using). Mince the garlic and grate the ginger (if using). Place the chicken pieces and chopped bell peppers (and onion, if using) into the bottom of your slow cooker. In a medium bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger until the sugar is mostly dissolved. Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C). If you prefer a thicker glaze, create a cornstarch slurry. In a small bowl, whisk together the 2 T. cornstarch with 3-4 T. of cold water until smooth. Stir this slurry into the hot sauce in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on HIGH for another 15-30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened into a glossy glaze. Let the chicken rest in the sauce for a few minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.

Sheet Pan Honey Lemon Chicken with Asparagus

Sheet Pan Honey Lemon Chicken with Asparagus

Sheet Pan Honey Lemon Chicken with Asparagus

 

8-10 chicken tenders or 4 chicken breasts, sliced horizontally

salt and black pepper to taste

3 T.  coconut aminos , can also sub with gluten-free tamari or low-sodium soy sauce

3 T.  fresh lemon juice 1 lemon

1/3 cup honey

2 tsp. toasted sesame oil OR macadamia nut oil

1/2 T.  finely chopped cilantro , can leave out if you’re not a fan of cilantro

Seasonings:

1 1/2 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. garlic powder

½ tsp. black pepper

1/2 tsp. chili powder leave out if sensitive to spice

1/2 tsp. cumin

1/2 tsp. smoked paprika

For the Vegetables:

1 cup broccoli florets

1 lb bunch of asparagus , trimmed

 

Preheat oven to 400ºF. Spray a large sturdy baking sheet with cooking spray or for easier clean-up, line with parchment paper or heavy duty foil. Place the chicken on prepared baking sheet. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, lemon juice, sweetener, sesame oil, and cilantro together. Drizzle 1/3 of the sauce over the chicken.  Bake for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, combine the seasonings in a small bowl and set aside. After 10 minutes, remove baking pan from the oven, flip the chicken and place the asparagus and broccoli a long the sides of the chicken. Sprinkle the chicken and vegetables with seasonings and drizzle sauce over the vegetables and some more on the chicken (reserve 1 tsp. for the end). Return the oven back to the pan and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or once the chicken is cooked through and has reached an internal temperature of 165ºF. (You may want to remove the vegetables first (so they don’t overcook) if the chicken is not cooked through yet, depending on your level of preference.)  Drizzle the chicken with additional sauce and turn the oven to broil for -2 minutes, until the chicken has a nice brown color (watch closely so the chicken does not burn). Sprinkle with chopped parsley and sesame seeds, if desired and serve hot.

Burrito Bowl

Burrito Bowl

Burrito Bowl

 

2 C. chopped or shredded chicken – fully cooked, make it yourself, or frozen chicken breast strips or rotisserie chicken work great

1 15-ounce can yellow corn – drained, see note

1 15-ounce can black – or pinto beans, drained

2 C. cooked white rice

1 C. shredded cheese

optional toppings: salsa, avocado, limes, cilantro, sour cream

 

Divide rice, beans, corn, and chicken between four meal prep containers.. Sprinkle cheese over the top. Add any toppings in sauce containers with lids. To eat, remove any topping containers and heat burrito bowls in the microwave for about 1 minute, stir, and add toppings before serving OR you can eat them straight from the fridge, no heating required. Enjoy all week long!

Turkey Tenderloin in Crock Pot

Turkey Tenderloin in Crock Pot

Turkey Tenderloin in Crock Pot

 

1 ½ pounds turkey tenderloin (about 2 tenderloins)

1 C. chicken broth or chicken stock, regular or low-sodium

2 T. salted butter, diced into small pieces

 

2 T. olive oil

2 T. apple cider vinegar

2 T. honey

1 T. dijon mustard

3 garlic cloves crushed

½ tsp. dried thyme (or 6 sprigs fresh thyme)

½ tsp. dried rosemary (or 1 sprig fresh rosemary)

1 tsp. sea salt

¼ tsp. pepper

 

In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, herbs, and seasonings until evenly combined.  Place the tenderloins in a gallon-sized Ziploc bag with the marinade. Close the bag and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, (or up to 6 hours), to allow the flavors to infuse with the poultry. Add poultry, butter and marinade to the slow cooker. Pour broth over meat, then place the lid on your crock pot. Cook the turkey breast tenderloins on low for 6-8 hours, checking the turkey tenderloin temp after 4 hours. The poultry is done when a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat registers 165 degrees Fahrenheit. To avoid overcooking, remove turkey when the internal temp reaches 163°F. Tent the tenderloins with foil and allow them to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Chicken Burrito Skillet

Chicken Burrito Skillet

Chicken Burrito Skillet

 

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces

1/8 tsp. salt

1/8 tsp. pepper

2 T. olive oil, divided

1 C. uncooked long grain rice

1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained

1 tsp. ground cumin

1/2 tsp. onion powder

1/2 tsp. garlic powder

1/2 tsp. chili powder

2-1/2 C. reduced-sodium chicken broth

1 C. shredded Mexican cheese blend

1 medium tomato, chopped

3 green onions, chopped

 

Toss chicken with salt and pepper. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat 1 T. oil over medium-high heat; saute chicken until browned, about 2 minutes. Remove from pan. In same pan, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat; saute rice until lightly browned, 1-2 minutes. Stir in beans, canned tomatoes, seasonings and broth; bring to a boil. Place chicken on top (do not stir into rice). Simmer, covered, until rice is tender and chicken is no longer pink, 20-25 minutes. Remove from heat; sprinkle with cheese. Let stand, covered, until cheese is melted. Top with tomato and green onions.

Gnocchi Chicken Skillet

Gnocchi Chicken Skillet

Gnocchi Chicken Skillet

 

1 package (16 ounces) potato gnocchi

1 pound ground chicken

1/2 C. chopped onion

2 T. olive oil

1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce

1/4 tsp. salt

1/4 to 1/2 tsp. dried oregano

Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional

 

Cook gnocchi according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook chicken and onion in oil over medium heat until chicken is no longer pink; drain if necessary. Stir in the spaghetti sauce, salt and oregano; cook until heated through, 5-10 minutes. Drain gnocchi; gently stir into skillet. If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

One Pot Lemon Ricotta Ground Turkey Pasta with Broccoli

One Pot Lemon Ricotta Ground Turkey Pasta with Broccoli

One Pot Lemon Ricotta Ground Turkey Pasta with Broccoli

 

1 1/2 Tablespoon Olive Oil, divided

8 to 12 oz Broccoli Florets, cut into bite-size pieces

1 pound Ground Turkey

1 Tablespoon Lemon Pepper Seasoning

2 cloves Garlic, crushed or minced

1 Tablespoon Chopped Calabrian Peppers (optional)

8 oz Jumbo Pasta Shells

3 1/2 cups Chicken Broth

Juice of 1 Lemon

3 oz Parmigiano Reggiano or Parmesan, freshly grated

15 oz (1 3/4 cup) Low Fat Ricotta

1/4 cup Milk

Zest of 1 Lemon

Black Pepper and Red Pepper Flakes, to taste

 

Use a food processor to blend the ricotta, lemon zest, and milk together until smooth. Set aside. Heat one tablespoon of oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the broccoli and cook 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is vibrant green and slightly browning in spots. Transfer to a bowl and set aside. Add the remaining half tablespoon of oil to the pot, followed by the ground turkey. Brown one side for 3-4 minutes before breaking apart and fully cooking. To the fully cooked turkey, add the lemon pepper seasoning, garlic, and Calabrian chiles. Stir together and cook until the garlic is fragrant, about one minute. Add the pasta shells, chicken broth, and lemon juice. Cook, uncovered, for 16-20 minutes until the pasta is just shy of al dente and very little to no broth remains. If the broth cooks off too quickly, add another 1/2 cup as needed. Turn the heat to low and fold in the parmigiano reggiano, followed by the ricotta sauce and cooked broccoli. (You can add another ounce or two of cheese if your sauce isn’t as thick as you’d like.) Garnish with red pepper flakes, black pepper, additional grated parmesan, and lemon juice, if desired.

No Peek Chicken and Rice Casserole

No Peek Chicken and Rice Casserole

No Peek Chicken and Rice Casserole

 

2 cups long grain white rice

1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of chicken soup

1 (10.5 ounce) can cheddar cheese soup see notes

2 cups chicken broth low sodium

2 pounds chicken tenders or breasts see notes

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/4 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 ounce packet of onion soup mix

Fresh chopped parsley

 

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. In an oven safe skillet or 9×13 baking dish add the long grain rice, cream of chicken soup, cheddar cheese soup and chicken broth and mix until combined. In a small bowl mix the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika , onion powder and black pepper together. Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels and season both sides with the seasoning mixture. Place the seasoned chicken on top of the soup mixture and sprinkle the onion soup on top evenly. Cover the casserole with foil or a tight fitting lid and bake for 1 hour. Fluff with a fork, sprinkle the fresh chopped parsley on top, and serve!

Street Corn Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Street Corn Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Street Corn Chicken Lettuce Wraps

 

1.5 to 2 pounds chicken cooked

2 to 3 T.  olive oil

3 T.  lime juice

¼ tsp. salt

¼ tsp. Ground black pepper

¼ tsp. paprika

 

10 ounces steam fresh corn

1 T.  butter softened

2 T.  mayonnaise

½ tsp. paprika

¼ tsp. salt

¼ tsp. black pepper

½ tsp. garlic powder

1 lime juice and zest of one lime

3 medium green onions sliced

 

8 whole Romaine lettuce or Bibb whole lettuce leaves

⅓ cup cotija cheese crumbled, or feta

¼ cup cilantro chopped

 

If I’m grilling the chicken, I leave the breast whole. If I’m cooking it on the stovetop, I cube it. Place chicken in a zip-top bag. Whisk together the oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic, salt, and pepper, and pour over chicken. Turn the bag several times to coat the chicken. Refrigerate 30 minutes to 4 hours. Allow the chicken to sit on the countertop for 30 minutes before cooking. TO GRILL – Trim the fat off the chicken breasts. Next, pound the breasts to an even thickness. This will ensure even grilling. Preheat your grill to medium heat. Brush grill with oil to prevent sticking. Place chicken on the grill. Cook for approximately 5 – 6 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of chicken. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165 degrees. Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover with foil. Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes so the juices can re-distribute. STOVETOP – Heat a large nonstick saute pan to med-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer in the pan. Don’t crowd the pan or the chicken will steam and not sear. Cook the chicken cubes 1 to 2 minutes per side depending on how large they are. Rotate until all sides are browned and cooked through. Again, transfer the chicken to a plate and cover with foil until all the chicken is cooked.  For the corn: Cook the corn in the microwave according to package instructions. While it is heating, mix the butter, mayonnaise, paprika, salt, pepper, zest and juice of 1 lime, and garlic powder until well combined. Allow the corn to cool for a couple of minutes before stir it into the butter mixture. Refrigerate until you’re ready to build your wraps. Build your wrap: Take a whole lettuce leaf and add chicken, corn, and cheese. Serve warm or room temperature.

Sheet Pan Greek Chicken Thighs

Sheet Pan Greek Chicken Thighs

Sheet Pan Greek Chicken Thighs

 

6 (1 ½ lb | 680 g) chicken thighs bone in, skin on

1 pound (453 g) potatoes diced

1 tsp. sea salt

1 tsp. black pepper

1 T.  garlic clove

1 T.  crushed dried oregano

¼ cup (2.02 fluid oz | 60 ml) extra virgin oil

2 medium (7.05 oz | 200 g) red bell pepper cut in cubes

3 small red onion chopped

2 medium lemon

¼ cup (1.55 oz | 45 g) green olive

¼ cup (1.55 oz | 45 g) black olive

 

¼ cup (2.29 oz | 65 g) feta cheese crumbled

¼ cup fresh parsley chopped

 

Preheat the oven to 395 F. Add chicken thighs, potatoes, salt, pepper, garlic, oregano, and oil to a sheet pan. Toss all together and transfer to the oven. Cook for 15 minutes.  Remove and add bell pepper and onion. Squeeze lemon on the chicken and vegetables. Leave the lemon on the sheet pan. Cook for another 15 minutes.  Check the chicken for doneness (You can check with an instant-read thermometer or cut into it and the juices run clear.) Add the olives and feta. Roasted chicken thighs with bell peppers, olives, and garlic on a baking sheet. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Garlic Alfredo Chicken

Garlic Alfredo Chicken

Garlic Alfredo Chicken

 

5 to 6 chicken breasts

¼ cup vegetable oil

1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon

½ cup butter

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 cups heavy cream

¼ tsp. white pepper

¼ tsp. salt

1½ cups grated Parmesan cheese

parsley to garnish

 

Pound the chicken until it is fairly flat and there are not any thicker portions. Salt and pepper the chicken. Heat a large skillet to medium high heat and oil. Place chicken in skillet and cook on each side for about 5 minutes. Check to make sure it is cooked through completely. Remove chicken from skillet. Wipe skillet to remove any residue. Melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic, cream, pepper, and salt. Bring to a low boil and reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 6 minutes. Remove from heat and slowly add cheese. Return to stove on low and add bacon and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Add chicken back in and serve. Sprinkle with Parmesan Cheese and parsley

Creamy Bacon Chicken

Creamy Bacon Chicken

Creamy Bacon Chicken

 

6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped

2 large chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise (or 4 chicken breast cutlets)

1 tsp. salt

½ tsp. black pepper

½ tsp. garlic powder

½ tsp. onion powder

¼ cup all-purpose flour

1 T.  olive oil

2 T.  butter

1 small onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

¾ cup chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

1 T.  fresh thyme, minced

salt and pepper, to taste

Grated parmesan cheese, for serving

 

Add the chopped bacon to a large skillet or Dutch oven set over medium-high heat. Once the bacon is sizzling, reduce the heat to medium-low and cover with a lid. Cook, stirring occasionally until the bacon pieces are golden and release their grease. Remove the lid and continue cooking until the desired doneness is reached. Remove the bacon using a slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towels and set aside. Reserve 2 T.  of bacon grease in the pan, save the rest for later use. Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Pat each chicken breast dry with paper towels and slice them in half lengthwise to make four thinner chicken breast cutlets. Season both sides of the chicken with the seasoning mixture and transfer the chicken to a large ziplock bag filled with all-purpose flour. Dredge the chicken in the flour until completely covered in flour. Set the pan or skillet with the reserved bacon grease over medium-high heat. Gently shake off any excess flour from the chicken and add the chicken to the skillet. Sear each side for approximately 3-5 minutes, or until golden and nearly cooked through. Remove the chicken to a clean plate and set them aside. In the same skillet set over medium heat add the olive oil, butter, and diced onion. Cook, stirring occasionally until the onion is softened. Mix in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, or until fragrant. Stir in the chicken broth and bring to a low boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream, fresh thyme, and bacon. Do not boil the cream sauce. Return the chicken back to the pan. Cover and continue to cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Season with additional salt and black pepper, to taste. Serve with freshly grated parmesan cheese, if desired.

Grilled Chicken and Avocado Spring Rolls

Grilled Chicken and Avocado Spring Rolls

Grilled Chicken and Avocado Spring Rolls

 

1/4 cup soy sauce

3 T.  brown sugar

few grinds of black pepper

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 small (1” piece ginger, peeled and minced (about 1 T. )

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs

2 tsp vegetable oil

10 8″ Vietnamese rice paper spring roll wrappers

1 handful fresh mint

1 ripe avocado, peeled and sliced

2 carrots, shredded

1/4 red onion, sliced very thinly

 

Whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, pepper, garlic and ginger. Place into a large bowl. Add the chicken thighs and mix well to cover. Cover bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, or up to 2 hours. Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy bottomed frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken thighs with their sauce for 4-5 minutes on each side, until cooked through and browned on the outsides. The sauce should thicken and form a glaze. Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and transfer to a clean plate to cool. Once the chicken has cooled, use 2 forks to shred it into long, thin pieces. Gently wet a spring roll wrapper under a faucet or in a bowl of water. Remove carefully and blot lightly on a dish towel. Lay on a clean, flat, dry surface and allow to soften–about 30 seconds.

As the wrapper softens, arrange the ingredients in the center in the following order: 2 mint leaves topped with a few shreds of chicken, topped with a slice of avocado, topped with a few pinches of shredded carrots and a few slices of red onion. Roll up the wrappers very gently, tucking in the ends, being careful not to break the wrapper. Don’t worry if they break–it can take some practice, and broken spring rolls are still delicious. Serve the rolls cut on the bias with sweet chili sauce or peanut sauce for dipping.

One Pan Stovetop Parmesan Chicken and Rice

One Pan Stovetop Parmesan Chicken and Rice

One Pan Stovetop Parmesan Chicken and Rice

 

1 ½ lb chicken breast skinless, boneless (680 g)

½ tsp. sea salt

½ tsp. ground black pepper

1 tsp. paprika

4 T.  butter divided

1 small white onion minced

2 tsp. Italian seasoning divided

1 small garlic clove minced

1 ½ cup (7.12 oz | 202 g) rice

2 ½ cups (21.13 fluid oz | 625 ml) chicken broth

1 cup (8.45 fluid oz | 250 ml) heavy whipping cream

¼ cup (0.88 oz | 25 g grated) parmesan cheese

1 T.  parsley chopped, plus more to garnish

 

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and place in a medium bowl. Season with salt, pepper and paprika. Set aside. In a large skillet, melt 2 T.  butter over medium heat. Cook onion for 1-2 minutes. Add chicken and 1 tsp. Italian seasoning in the skillet. Toss and cook for 5 minutes. Until the chicken is golden on each side. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, melt the rest of the butter, stir in the garlic and rice. Cook for 1 minute by stirring so the rice does not burn. Pour chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes until the rice is tender. Stir in the heavy cream, parmesan cheese, the chicken and chopped parsley. Adjust salt and pepper if needed. Remove from the stove, sprinkle with parsley and more parmesan.

Silver Paper Chicken (gee bow gai)

Silver Paper Chicken (gee bow gai)

Silver Paper Chicken (gee bow gai)

 

8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1 1/2 pounds), halved (16 pieces)

½ cup soy sauce

¼ cup sugar

2 tsp. peeled, minced fresh ginger

2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced

2 T. Chinese rice wine, sake, or sherry

1 T. Asian-style sesame oil

1 T. rice vinegar or fresh lemon juice

½ tsp. Chinese five-spice powder (optional)

 

2 scallions, trimmed, white and green parts thinly sliced on a diagonal

2 T. toasted sesame seeds (optional)

 

Place the chicken in a bowl or sturdy resealable plastic bag.  Make the marinade: In a separate bowl, combine the soy sauce, sugar, ginger, garlic, rice wine, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and five-spice powder, if using. Whisk until the sugar crystals dissolve. Pour over the chicken, ensuring every piece is coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl (or seal the bag) and refrigerate the chicken for 4 to 6 hours.  Assemble the foil packets: Tear off eight 10-inch pieces of Reynolds Wrap® Non-Stick Aluminum Foil. Arrange one piece on a flat surface with the long side parallel to you, dull side up so the chicken lifts right off after cooking. Lift two pieces of chicken out of the marinade and arrange in the center of the foil, overlapping slightly.  Top with 1 tsp. of the marinade. Bring the long edges of the foil together. Fold twice. Next, fold the short edges twice to completely enclose the chicken. Repeat for the remaining packets.  You should have 8 total. Transfer to a rimmed sheet pan (this makes transporting to and from the grill easier).  In the meantime, set up your grill for direct grilling and preheat to medium-high (400 degrees). Arrange the packets, starting with the seam sides up, on the grill grate. (Work in batches if your grill grate is not large enough to accommodate all eight at once.) Grill for 4 to 5 minutes per side, turning with tongs, until the chicken is cooked through. The packets may puff with steam as they cook. Carefully open a packet to check for doneness, avoiding any escaping steam. Using tongs, transfer the hot packets to the rimmed sheet pan.  Carefully open the remaining packets. Scatter scallions on top of the chicken and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve directly from the Reynolds Wrap® Non-Stick Aluminum Foil packets.

Fiesta Lime Chicken and Rice Foil Packs

Fiesta Lime Chicken and Rice Foil Packs

Fiesta Lime Chicken and Rice Foil Packs

 

4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts – OR two large, sliced in half lengthwise, see note

1 15-ounce can black beans

sliced avocado, cilantro, sour cream, tomatoes or salsa, grilled corn – optional toppings

 

2 T. soy sauce

juice of 2 limes – (2-3 T. fresh lime juice)

¼ cup water

¼ cup oil

2 tsp. ground cumin

2 tsp. garlic powder

2 tsp. chili powder

 

1 cup long grain white rice

½ tsp. chili powder

juice of 1 lime

4 slices Monterey jack cheese – or about 1/2 cup shredded

 

In a medium bowl whisk together all ingredients for the chicken marinade. Add chicken, toss to coat, cover and chill for 15-30 minutes. Prepare the rice while chicken is marinating. Add rice to a pot. Cover with water, bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes. Drain, stir in chili powder and lime juice, and side aside. Cut four 12-inch squares of foil and lay them out on a clean, flat surface. Spoon 1/4th of the rice into each packet. Add 1/4th of the beans. Top with one piece of chicken. Fold two opposite ends of the foil over the top of the fillings and pinch the seams together tightly. Fold or roll up the remaining ends of the foil to close the packet. Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through OR grill over medium heat, being sure to turn over halfway through to ensure even cooking. Open the packets, top chicken with 1/4 of the cheese (one slice each) and return to oven or grill (do not close the packet) 3-4 minutes til cheese is melted. Add any desired toppings and serve.  **The goal is to have four pieces of chicken less than 1 inch thick. If you are using whole chicken breasts, be sure to pound them out to an even 3/4 inch thickness. If you have two large chicken breasts, cutting them in half lengthwise works great.

 

Servings: 4

Calories: 443

Fat: 18g

Fiber: 1g

Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

 

1 ½ pounds bone-in chicken wings – I used both wings and drumsticks

3 T. olive oil

salt and pepper to taste

 

6 T. butter – melted

½ tsp. cracked black pepper

juice from ½ lemon – about 3 tablespoons

2 tsp. honey

 

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil and place a cooling rack on top of the foil. Arrange chicken wings in a single layer (not touching) and brush with olive oil on both sides. Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Bake for 25-35 minutes until crispy. Whisk together butter, honey, cracked black pepper, and lemon juice. Brush onto chicken wings. Serve immediately.

Kentucky Hot Browns Finger Sandwiches

Kentucky Hot Browns Finger Sandwiches

Kentucky Hot Browns Finger Sandwiches

 

2 T. unsalted butter

2 T. all-purpose flour

2 cups heavy cream

1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese

Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg

1 tsp. kosher salt

1/2 tsp. finely ground black pepper

4 thick-cut slices Texas Toast, crusts removed, toasted

16 slices roasted turkey

4 Roma tomatoes, cored and chopped

8 cooked thick-cut bacon slices, chopped

Chopped fresh parsley

Paprika

 

Preheat the broiler. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the flour and whisk until combined. Cook, whisking, until a light golden roux comes together, about 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the cream and cook, stirring often, for 2 to 3 minutes, just until the mixture comes to a simmer, then remove from the heat. Whisk in 1/4 cup of the cheese, the nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Toast the bread under the broiler for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until browned to your liking. Place each toasted bread slice in the bottom of an individual ovenproof dish. Top each piece of toast with 4 slices of turkey. Spoon a scant 1/2 cup sauce over each and evenly sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. Place under the broiler and broil until lightly browned and bubbly, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the oven and top with the tomatoes and bacon. Place a toothpick or skewer in each of 4 quadrants of each sandwich, then cut in between them to create 4 squares. Sprinkle with parsley, a light dusting of paprika, and a little extra salt and pepper and serve.

Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Chicken with Rainbow Vegetables

Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Chicken with Rainbow Vegetables

Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Chicken with Rainbow Vegetables

 

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded thinly (can also use chicken thighs but will have to adjust cooking times to 40 minutes)

4 T.  lemon about 1 lemon

1 tsp. lemon zest

3 T.  olive oil

1 tsp. honey or maple syrup

2 tsp. sea salt

1/2 tsp. dried oregano

1/2 tsp. dried thyme

1/4 tsp. black pepper

1/2 tsp. garlic powder

1/2 tsp. smoked paprika

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes cut in half

1/2 red bell pepper cut into 1″ chunks

1/3 cup chopped carrots

1/2 orange bell pepper cut into 1″ chunks

1/3 yellow bell pepper cut into 1″ chunks

1/3 cup snap peas

1/3 cup broccoli florets

1/3 cup chopped zucchini

1/2 cup baby potatoes cut in half

1/2 cup purple baby potatoes cut in half

1/2 cup radish

 

Preheat oven to 400 F. Grease a large baking sheet with oil or line with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easier cleanup. In a medium bowl, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, honey, and seasonings. Pour 1/2 into a large resealable zip-top bag and add chicken. Seal tightly and rub marinade into chicken. Add chopped vegetables separately (according to the colors of the rainbow if you want to arrange them like I did – if not just add them all together) to the bowl with the remaining marinade (reserving 1-2 tsp. for topping chicken at the end). Toss vegetables and arrange onto the prepared sheet pan, either in separate rows according to colors of the rainbow, or any way you like. Add chicken to the pan and bake in the oven for 8 minutes. Toss vegetables and flip chicken, then return to the pan to bake for another 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (depending on how thick your chicken is – I pounded mine to pretty thin pieces so they cooked fast). Drizzle with reserved marinade. Serve hot with your favorite side

Creamy Garlic Herb Chicken

Creamy Garlic Herb Chicken

Creamy Garlic Herb Chicken

 

6 pieces of chicken, salt and peppered (I used thighs)

3 T.  olive oil

¼ cup butter

16 ounces sliced mushrooms

2 T.  minced garlic

3 tsp. thyme

1½ tsp. rosemary

1 tsp. salt

¼ tsp. pepper

1 cup chicken broth

2 cups heavy cream

 

Heat large skillet over medium high heat. Add olive oil and chicken. If using boned chicken cook chicken for 8 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet. Wipe skillet clean with a paper towel. Melt butter over medium high heat and add mushrooms. Cook for about 5 minutes. Add garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper and cook for another minute. Add chicken broth and heavy cream and bring to a boil.

Lower heat to medium low and add chicken back in. Cook for about 20 minutes. Chicken should reach and internal temperature of 165 degrees F. Serve

Hibachi Chicken and Rice Bake

Hibachi Chicken and Rice Bake

Hibachi Chicken and Rice Bake

 

5 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar

1 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 tablespoon grated ginger or 1 teaspoon ground

5-6 large boneless skinless chicken thighs about 2 1/2 pounds

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 cup onion diced

1 1/2 cups jasmine rice

2 garlic cloves minced

2 cups chicken broth low sodium

Yum Yum Sauce

 

In a large bowl add the soy sauce, brown sugar, rice wine vinegar, pepper and ginger and mix until combined. Add the chicken thigh into the marinade and give it a toss. Place it in the refrigerator for 1 hour or for best flavor 12 hours. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Heat a large 12 inch skillet on medium high heat and add the olive oil. Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade but don’t discard the remaining marinade. Place the chicken thighs into the skillet and cook 2-3 minutes, flip and cook another 2-3 minutes. Remove to a plate and set aside, the chicken will not be cooked through at this point. Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook 2-3 minutes just to soften a bit. Add in the jasmine rice and garlic and cook another minute. Pour in the chicken broth and remaining marinade into the rice and bring to a simmer, turn off the heat and place the chicken thighs on top of the rice, cover and bake for 30 minutes. Serve with yum yum sauce drizzled on top.

 

Yum Yum Sauce

 

1 cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoon ketchup

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

½ teaspoon salt

½ tablespoon paprika

2 teaspoons garlic powder

2 teaspoon rice vinegar

1-2 tablespoons water

 

In a small bowl whisk together except water until combined. Whisk in 1 tablespoon of water and add the second one if you want it thinner. Chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour or until ready to use.

Chicken Stuffing Casserole

Chicken Stuffing Casserole

Chicken Stuffing Casserole

 

1 (6 ounce box) stuffing mix

2 tablespoons olive oil

3 tablespoons butter

1 cup onion, diced

1 cup carrots, diced

2 ribs celery diced

1 medium Russet potato, peeled and diced

3 garlic cloves, minced

2 tablespoons flour

1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken stock

1 cup half and half

2 1/2 cups cooked chicken, diced

3/4 cup frozen peas

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

2 sprigs of thyme

1 teaspoon fresh rosemary

 

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Make the stuffing according to the box instructions and set aside. Heat a large oven-safe skillet on medium-high heat add the olive oil, and butter and melt. Add in the onions, carrots, celery and potatoes and cook 3-4 minutes, then add in the garlic and cook another 30 seconds until fragrant. Sprinkle in the flour and cook another 30 seconds. Add in the chicken stock and turn up the heat a little to bring to a simmer for 1-2 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add in the half and half, chicken, peas, salt, pepper, nutmeg, thyme and rosemary and stir bring back to a low simmer for 2-3 minutes. Turn off the heat and spread the prepared stuffing on top of the chicken mixture. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.

One-Skillet Blackberry Chicken

One-Skillet Blackberry Chicken

One-Skillet Blackberry Chicken

 

2 cups fresh blackberries (about 8 ounces)

½ cup light brown sugar

2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided

1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Kosher salt and ground black pepper

¼ cup finely chopped sweet onion

½ teaspoon minced fresh rosemary

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Juice from ½ of a lemon (about 1 tablespoon)

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Optional garnish: additional chopped fresh rosemary or other fresh herbs, such as parsley, thyme, or basil

 

In a small bowl, stir together the blackberries and brown sugar; set aside. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of the oil to the pan and swirl it around to coat. Pat chicken dry; season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the chicken to the pan; cook for about 7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and golden brown. The meat should reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove the chicken from the skillet; set aside on a plate. Cover with foil to keep warm. Do not clean out the skillet; add another 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the onion and rosemary; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add the blackberries and brown sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, and ¼ teaspoon kosher salt; cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the blackberries soften and the sauce starts to thicken. Scrape the browned bits from the bottom of the pan as you stir the sauce frequently. Return the chicken to the skillet; heat just until warm, spooning the sauce over the meat. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper, if necessary.

Soy Garlic Chicken

Soy Garlic Chicken

Soy Garlic Chicken

 

6 boneless skinless chicken thighs, about 1 ½ pounds

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, taste

⅓ cup cornstarch

3 tablespoons oil, neutral high smoke point oil like avocado, vegetable or canola oil

2 or 3 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)

Cooked white or brown rice, optional, for serving

 

4 tablespoons butter

1 tablespoon minced garlic

1 tablespoon ginger paste or minced ginger

4 tablespoons light brown sugar

4 tablespoons light soy sauce

 

Season the chicken with salt and pepper to taste. Place the cornstarch in a shallow bowl. Coat both sides of each piece of chicken in cornstarch, shaking off the excess, then set them aside in a single layer on a sheet of foil or other work surface. In a 12-inch skillet over MEDIUM-HIGH, heat the oil. Add the chicken and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels and set aside. In the same skillet over LOW heat, melt the butter. Add the garlic and ginger and sauté for a minute or two, until fragrant. Add the soy sauce and brown sugar and cook, stirring, until it thickens slightly to a glaze-like consistency. Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the glaze over the top. Remove from the heat and garnish with green onions. Slice and serve over cooked rice.

One Pot Chicken and Noodles Skillet

One Pot Chicken and Noodles Skillet

One Pot Chicken and Noodles Skillet

 

4 cups chicken stock low sodium

2 teaspoon chicken Boullion

1 (10 oz can) Cream of chicken soup (do not add water)

10 ounce egg noodles

8 tablespoon butter

3 cups rotisserie chicken diced

Fresh chopped parsley

Salt and black pepper to taste

 

In a large 12 inch skillet or pot add the chicken stock, chicken bouillon and soup and whisk until combined, and bring to boil. Add in the dried noodles and stir, cover the pot and reduce the heat to low allow the pasta to cook for 8-9 minutes. Remove the lid and add in the butter and chicken and stir until the butter is melted. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, salt, and pepper to taste and serve!

Chicken Wings in Honey Garlic Sauce

Chicken Wings in Honey Garlic Sauce

Chicken Wings in Honey Garlic Sauce

 

3 lb. chicken wings

Salt and pepper

2 C. honey

1/2 C. ketchup (maybe a dab more)

1 C. soy sauce

1/4 C. oil

2 cloves minced garlic

 

Rinse chicken and pat dry. Cut off and discard wing tips. Cut each wing at the joint. Sprinkle w/ S&P and place on broiler pan. Broil 4-5 inches from heat for 20 minutes, turning halfway, or until chicken is browned. Transfer to crock pot.  Combine honey, ketchup, soy sauce, oil and garlic. Pour over wings. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hr or high for 2-2 1/2. Looks nice sprinkled with sesame seeds for garnish.

Rotisserie Chicken Fried Rice with Frozen Vegetables

Rotisserie Chicken Fried Rice with Frozen Vegetables

Rotisserie Chicken Fried Rice with Frozen Vegetables

 

1 T. Avocado Oil

1 (10-ounce) bag frozen mixed vegetables (like peas, carrots, onion)

1/4 cup frozen peas

12 ounces cooked and cooled white rice

8 ounces shredded rotisserie chicken

2 1/2 tablespoons tamari

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil

Optional, scrambled egg

 

Heat a wok or 12″ skillet over high heat. Once hot, add avocado oil, mixed vegetables, and peas. Cook 4 minutes, stirring frequently to defrost the vegetables and allow any water to evaporate. Add rice, chicken, tamari, pepper, and egg if using. Continue cooking 4 minutes, tossing pan and stirring to mix ingredients together. Remove from heat, drizzle with sesame oil, and serve hot.

Creamy Paprika Chicken Skillet with Spinach and Tomatoes

Creamy Paprika Chicken Skillet with Spinach and Tomatoes

Creamy Paprika Chicken Skillet with Spinach and Tomatoes

 

4 (6-ounce) boneless skinless chicken thighs

2 tablespoons mild paprika

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1 tablespoon avocado oil

1 cup grape tomatoes

1 medium yellow onion, peeled, halved, and thinly sliced

4 ounces fresh baby spinach leaves

2/3cup full-fat canned coconut milk (shaken before opened)

 

In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs with paprika, salt, pepper, turmeric, and garlic powder. Set aside. Heat a 12″ skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add oil, then chicken thighs in a single layer. Sauté undisturbed 5 minutes. Flip each chicken thigh and cook 5 more minutes. Add tomatoes and onion, toss to coat, and continue cooking 5 minutes until tomatoes are soft enough to easily burst under the weight of a spatula. Smash all tomatoes so the juices release.  Add spinach and coconut milk. Continue cooking 5 minutes, mixing well so that spinach wilts, sauce coats everything, and sauce thickens. Remove from heat and serve hot. Tips, Substitutions, Time-Savers, and More: Swap heavy cream for coconut milk. If using heavy cream, lower the heat to medium-low after you add the cream so the sauce doesn’t break as it thickens. For a pop of heat, add % teaspoon cayenne pepper to the chicken along with the other spices.

Pollo Con Le Cipolle

Pollo Con Le Cipolle

Pollo Con Le Cipolle

 

6 cups Walla Walla Sweet Onions sliced very thin

3 Tablespoons extra dry virgin olive oil

Salt and black pepper

2 ½ to 3 pound chicken, cut into 6 pieces

¼ cup olive oil

½ cup flour spread on a plate

2 Tablespoons cognac or other grape brandy

2 Tablespoons chopped parsley

 

Choose a skillet or pan that can subsequently accommodate all the chicken pieces loosely. Put in the onion and olive oil, cover the pan and turn on the heat to low. Cook the onion slowly, until very soft, for no less than 1 hour. When the onion is soft, uncover the pan, add salt and generous grindings of pepper, turn up the heat, and sauté the onion until it becomes colored a pale nut brown. Remove from the heat. Wash the chicken pieces in cold water and pat them thoroughly dry with kitchen towels. Put the vegetable oil in a smaller skillet and turn on the heat to medium high. When the oil is hot but not smoking, turn the chicken pieces in the flour, one at a time, shake loose excess flour, and slip the chicken into the pan, as many pieces as will fit comfortably without being crowded. Cook until a fine golden crust forms on one side, then turn the pieces over and do the other side. When the chicken has formed a crust all over, transfer it with a slotted spoon or spatula to a platter, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and do another batch. When all the chicken is done, return the pan with the onion to the burner, turning the heat to medium height and keeping the pan uncovered. Add the chicken, turning it in onions 2 or 3 times. Add the brandy, turn the heat down to very low, and cover the pan. Cook for about 45 minutes, turning the chicken occasionally. The meat is done when it feels tender when is pricked with a fork.

Rice Noodles with Chicken

Rice Noodles with Chicken

Rice Noodles with Chicken

 

1/3 pound rice noodles

1/4 cup canola or corn oil

1/3 pound boneless chicken, shredded or diced small

1/2 to 1 cup bean sprouts

1/2 cup snow peas, slivered

1/2 cup shiitake mushroom caps, sliced

2 T. fish sauce

2 T. soy sauce

2 T. rice wine or white wine

1 egg, lightly beaten

3 or 4 scallions, trimmed and slivered, for garnish

 

Cover noodles in hot water while preparing the other ingredients. Heat a pot of water until steam rises. Put all but a T. of the oil in a wok or large skillet, and turn heat to high. When it smokes, add the chicken, and stir until it loses its color; it doesn’t cook through. Remove with slotted spoon. Add bean sprouts, peas and shiitakes. Sitr until wilted and beginning to brown. Add sauces and wine. Remove from the pan. Drain noodles and dip them in the boiling water with tongs or in a strainer for about 5 seconds. Drain. Add remaining oil and the egg to pan, still over high heat. Stir to scramble. Add drained noodles and cooked ingredients, and toss, lifting (scrape, if necessary) repeatedly, until all are mixed together and hot. Garnish with scallions and serve.

Chicken Legs with Red Onions & Parsnips

Chicken Legs with Red Onions & Parsnips

Chicken Legs with Red Onions & Parsnips

 

6 whole chicken legs with skin

1 1/2 tsp. salt

½ lemon

1 lb (450 g) parsnips, peeled and halved lengthwise

6 small red onions, peeled and halved

3 garlic cloves, unpeeled and crushed

10 to 12 sage leaves

2 T.  (30 ml) olive oil

1/2 tsp. ground black pepper

 

With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to375°F(190°C). Line a sheet pan with foil. On a work surface, season the chicken with the salt and rub all over with the lemon half. Lay the chicken out on the sheet pan, skin-side up. Squeeze the lemon juice into a large bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and toss to coat the vegetables well. Arrange the mixture around the chicken on the sheet pan, placing the onions cut-side down. Bake for 1 hour 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and the meat falls easily from the bones, turning the parsnips over halfway through. Serve with a green salad, if desired.

Spicy Wonton Bowls

Spicy Wonton Bowls

Spicy Wonton Bowls

 

1 T. (15 ml) sesame oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 large shallot, sliced

2 bunches baby bok choy, cleaned and halved

2 T. (30 ml) water

1 to 2 T. (15 to 30 ml) soy sauce

12 oz (340 g) Frozen Chicken Cilantro Mini Wontons

1/4 tsp kosher salt

1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

2 T. (36 g) Trader Joe’s Crunchy Chili Onion

2 green onions, sliced thinly

Sesame seeds, to garnish

 

In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, heat the sesame oil. Add the garlic and shallot. Cook until fragrant, 30 to 60 seconds.  Place the bok choy, cut side down, in the pan and let cook undisturbed for about 11/2 minutes, or until the bottom begins to turn golden brown.  Pour in the water and soy sauce, add the wontons to the pan and season with salt and pepper. Cover immediately with a tight-fitting lid. Lower the heat to medium-low and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the bok choy is tender and the leaves are slightly wilted. Transfer the bok choy into two serving bowls while the wontons finish cooking, uncovered, for about 3 more minutes, or until they are fully heated through. When the wontons are ready, transfer them to the bowls of bok choy. Top with the Crunchy Chili Onion, sliced green onions and sesame seeds

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

 

2 lbs. ground chicken, browned

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup minced sweet yellow onion

4 T., gluten-free soy sauce or Bragg’s liquid aminos

1 T., natural crunchy peanut butter

1 tsp. rice wine vinegar

1 tsp. sesame oil

1/4 tsp. kosher salt

1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes

1/4 tsp. black pepper

8-oz. can sliced water chestnuts, drained, rinsed, chopped

3 green onions, sliced

12 good-sized pieces of iceberg lettuce, rinsed and patted dry

 

In the crock, combine the ground chicken, garlic, yellow onion, soy sauce or liquid aminos, peanut butter, vinegar, sesame oil, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours. Add in water chestnuts and green onions.  Cover and cook 15 more minutes. Serve with a heaping spoonful in each piece of iceberg lettuce.

Chicken Pot Pie

Chicken Pot Pie

Chicken Pot Pie

 

4 T. butter

3 stalks celery, finely chopped

3 medium carrots, peeled and finely chopped

1 cup finely chopped onion

1⁄3 cup flour

2 cups chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

2 cups chopped cooked chicken (or rotisserie chicken)

½ cup frozen green peas, thawed

1 tsp. ground thyme

1 tsp. salt, ½ tsp. pepper

1 refrigerated pie crust, softened as directed on box

 

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add celery, carrot and onion; cook, stirring often, 7 minutes or until tender. Add flour; stir until smooth. Add chicken broth; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat, and stir in cream. Cook, stirring frequently, 5 minutes or until thickened. Stir in chicken, peas, thyme, salt and pepper. Pour chicken mixture into a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate coated with cooking spray. Unroll pie crust on a work surface. Cut small slits in center to vent, and place over filling. Fold edges under.  Bake 30 minutes or until crust is lightly browned and filling is bubbly. Cool 10 minutes before serving.

Creamy Garlic Chicken Spanakopita Skillet

Creamy Garlic Chicken Spanakopita Skillet

Creamy Garlic Chicken Spanakopita Skillet

 

1 pound fresh baby spinach leaves, washed

6 T. unsalted butter, divided

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, chopped into 1-inch chunks

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

5 medium cloves garlic, minced

2 T. all-purpose flour

1/2 cup homemade chicken stock or low-sodium broth, plus more as needed

1/2 cup half-and-half

6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

3 scallions, white and light green parts only, chopped

1 small bunch dill, chopped, plus more for garnish

6 to 8 sheets phyllo dough, thawed and covered with a towel

 

Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add spinach, a handful at a time, until the pan is full; you may have to cook the spinach in batches to ensure that it cooks evenly. Turn the spinach often until just wilted, then transfer to a colander and press out as much water as you can. Continue until all of the spinach is wilted and pressed. Pour off any excess water in the skillet and place back over medium heat. Melt 2 T. butter in the pan and add chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, turning once, until the edges are lightly golden, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Melt 2 T. butter in same skillet and add garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute, then mix in flour. Stir together until the mixture forms a golden paste. Whisk in 1/2 cup chicken stock. Cook, stirring often, until mixture is thickened and coats the back of a spoon. Whisk in half-and-half. Stir together feta cheese, scallions, and dill, allowing the feta to melt. Remove from heat. Return chicken and spinach to skillet, mixing well. If the sauce has thickened too much, add more chicken stock to reach the desired consistency, keeping in mind that the mixture will thicken even more when baking in the oven. Season with salt and pepper. Melt the remaining 2 T. butter in a small saucepan or in the microwave. Lay a sheet of phyllo on a work surface. Brush with melted butter, then scrunch up the sheet and set it on top of the spinach mixture in the skillet. Repeat with remaining phyllo until the skillet is completely covered. Bake until phyllo is golden and crisp on top, about 20 minutes. Remove from oven, garnish with additional dill, and serve warm.

Oven Baked Chicken Tacos

Oven Baked Chicken Tacos

Oven Baked Chicken Tacos

 

2 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken

1 cup salsa

1 ounce taco seasoning

12 hard taco shells

1 1/2 cups Mexican blend cheese

1 cup sour cream

2 avocados diced, optional topping

2 tomatoes diced, optional topping

15 ounces black beans optional topping

2.25 ounce sliced black olives optional topping

2 cups shredded lettuce optional topping

 

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large 9 x 13 inch baking pan, line up all of the hard taco shells so they are touching without falling over. Combine shredded chicken, salsa, and taco seasoning in a bowl. Homemade taco seasoning or store-bought work great here. Spoon chicken mixture evenly into all of the taco shells and top with Mexican blend cheese. Bake for 10 minutes or until cheese has completely melted and chicken is heated through. Top with sour cream and your favorite taco toppings. We love avocado, tomatoes, black beans, olives, and shredded lettuce