Tag: Chicken

Chicken Shawarma

Chicken Shawarma

We have a new grill that includes a rotisserie, and when I saw this recipe I wanted to give it a try. This recipe has it’s roots in the Levant region of the Ottoman Empire and Shawarma in turn was the inspiration for Turkish doner 

Chicken Scallopini with Marinara

Chicken Scallopini with Marinara

I realized that I didn’t have a Chicken Scallopini with a classic red sauce. As opposed to Chicken Cacciatori where the chicken is cooked in the marinara, here the marinara is served over the top when the chicken is plated over the pasta. If made 

Chicken Tinga – (Chipotle Chicken)

Chicken Tinga – (Chipotle Chicken)

The source of the name is under some debate, but some think it goes back to the word in the Pueblo language for “disorderly”. To me, the spiciness of this dish makes my tongue “tingle” so that’s the definition that works for me. This is 

Chicken Saltimbocca

Chicken Saltimbocca

Here’s another scallopini recipe, this one using pounded chicken breast. Saltimbocca means “jump into my mouth!” so you know how good it tastes! This can also be made with pounded veal cutlets. The original uses sage leaves, but these can be hard to find and 

Chicken Fricassee

Chicken Fricassee

This is the Creole version of the famous French dish. It’s a delicious, creamy and filling meal. It will take a while to prep and cook, but it can feed a large group or make for lots of leftovers for future meals. This dish is 

Chicken Cacciatori

Chicken Cacciatori

You’ve heard the name, but have you ever tried it? Translated as Hunter’s Chicken, this is a rustic comfort food that traditionally used what the hunter brought home – quail, rabbit, squirrel, whatever! This recipe is also a great way to use leftover turkey.

Mandarin Chicken

Mandarin Chicken

Mandarin (orange) chicken is an oriental classic. There are two recipes. This is the more complete, authentic version while a simpler version can be found in our Quick and Easy section.

Chicken Smothered in Onion Gravy

Chicken Smothered in Onion Gravy

Another comfort food recipe. This southern staple is a filling, stick to your ribs recipe that transforms a cheap cut of meat into a delicious family meal. The chicken is fall off the bone tender and juicy and full of flavor. Serve over rice or 

Smoked Chicken

Smoked Chicken

This is a favorite of mine, because I can smoke two chickens which gives us a delicious meal, 3 meals worth of leftover chicken, plus 6 quarts of chicken stock made out of the carcasses. The key to this recipe is to spatchcock the chicken. 

Mandarin Chicken

Mandarin Chicken

This is the simpler version of this popular Asian dish, otherwise known as Orange Chicken. Sweet, salty and a little spicy, it is often a favorite with kids.