Best 20 Best Chicken Ever Recipes

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Chicken is a versatile and delicious meat that can be cooked in many different ways. For those seeking a mouthwatering and memorable culinary experience, this article will guide you through the essential steps to creating the "best chicken ever". We will explore various cooking techniques, introduce unique flavor combinations, and provide expert tips to ensure a succulent and unforgettable dish. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds as we embark on a culinary adventure to discover the secrets of crafting the ultimate chicken dish.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

BEST-EVER FRIED CHICKEN



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Crispy, juicy and perfectly seasoned, this really is the best fried chicken recipe, ever. Summer reunions and neighborly gatherings will never be the same. When I was growing up, my parents had a farm, and every year, Dad would hire teenage boys to help by haying time. They looked forward to coming because they knew they would be treated to some of Mom's deep fryer recipes, including this delicious fried chicken. -Lola Clifton, Vinton, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon pepper
1 large egg
1/3 cup 2% milk
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients. In a separate shallow bowl, whisk egg, milk and lemon juice until blended. Dip chicken in flour mixture to coat all sides; shake off excess. Dip in egg mixture, then again in flour mixture., In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry chicken, a few pieces at a time, 6-10 minutes on each side or until skin is golden brown and juices run clear. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 811 calories, Fat 57g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 176mg cholesterol, Sodium 725mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 47g protein.

THE BEST EVER CHICKEN NUGGETS



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This recipe has been in our family for years. The only problem with it is that there's never enough. It's great for parties, too.

Provided by Nichole

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Fried Chicken Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

vegetable oil
4 cups all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons garlic salt
3 tablespoons ground black pepper
4 eggs, beaten
8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into small chunks

Steps:

  • Heat 1 inch oil to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) in a large skillet or saucepan.
  • Stir together the flour, garlic salt, and pepper in a bowl. Dip the chicken pieces individually into the beaten eggs before pressing into the flour mixture to coat; shake off the excess flour. Place the coated chicken pieces onto a plate until all the chicken has been coated.
  • Cook the chicken in batches in the hot oil until golden brown and no longer pink in the center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.9 calories, Carbohydrate 51.2 g, Cholesterol 162.2 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 35.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 4174.7 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

BEST EVER FRIED CHICKEN WINGS



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For game days, I shake up these saucy wings. When I run out, friends hover by the snack table until I bring out more. When they ask me how to fry chicken wings, they never believe it's so easy! -Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 23

4 pounds chicken wings
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Oil for deep-fat frying
BUFFALO WING SAUCE:
3/4 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce
1/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed
2 tablespoons molasses
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
SPICY THAI SAUCE:
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot
1 garlic clove, minced
1 minced Thai chile pepper or 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon fish sauce
SPICY BARBECUE SAUCE:
3/4 cup barbecue sauce
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
Thinly sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • Using a sharp knife, cut through the 2 wing joints; discard wing tips. Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Toss wings with kosher salt. Place on a wire rack in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight., In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry wings in batches until skin is crisp and meat is tender, 8-10 minutes. Drain on paper towels., For Buffalo wing sauce, bring hot sauce just to a boil in a small saucepan. Remove from heat; whisk in butter 1 piece at a time. Stir in molasses and cayenne pepper., For Thai sauce, heat oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add ginger, garlic and chile pepper; cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in brown sugar and lime juice. Bring to a boil; cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in cilantro and fish sauce., For barbecue sauce, heat prepared barbecue sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in chipotle peppers, honey and vinegar. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. , Toss wings with 1 of the sauces. If desired, sprinkle with green onion slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

BEST EVER BBQ CHICKEN



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The BBQ sauce on this juicy grilled chicken is out-of-this world! We "wow" people with this recipe every summer during outdoor entertaining. I always double the sauce recipe to have extra on the side for dipping. The original recipe calls for 2 small boiler chickens quartered but we prefer using bone-in, skin on chicken breasts. Slow cooking on the grill gives it the best flavor. I hope you enjoy this as much as we do - it's a favorite at this house.

Provided by DDW7976

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons butter
1 cup Heinz ketchup (a must for us)
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup chili sauce (Heinz is a good one)
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2-3/4 tablespoon celery seed
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 dashes hot pepper sauce
8 large chicken breast halves, bone-in with skin (a large family pack will usually have about 7-8 breasts.)

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, saute the garlic in butter until tender.
  • Add the next 8 ingredients.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Grill the chicken, covered over medium heat for 30 minutes, turning occasionally.
  • Baste with sauce.
  • Grill 15 minutes longer or until juices run clear.
  • Continue basting and turning during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
  • Serve with any extra sauce you set aside for dipping.
  • (The sauce is just that delicious!).

THE ABSOLUTE BEST CHICKEN ENCHILADA RECIPE YOU'LL EVER TRY...



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I came across this recipe about three years ago on TOH's website. It originally called for 10 flour tortillas (6 inches), but I found my alteration to the recipe to be much better. I have also substituted on occasion pintos for black beans, and used Pace Picante sauce instead of the salsa. This recipe has become a staple at my house.

Provided by Layla Noel

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce, divided
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1 1/2 cups salsa
2 cups shredded chicken
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
8 extra 10-inch flour tortillas
1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
shredded lettuce, chopped tomato, sour cream, and black olives

Steps:

  • Spoon 1/2 cup enchilada sauce into a greased 13" x 9" baking dish. In a large saucepan, cook and stir the cream cheese and salsa over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until blended. Stir in the chicken, beans, and chilies.
  • Place about 6 tablespoons of chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place the enchiladas seam side down over sauce. Top with remaining enchilada sauce; sprinkle with cheese.
  • Cover and bake at 350F for 25-30 minutes or until cheese has melted and the enchilidas are heated through. Serve with lettuce, tomato, sour cream and olives if desired.

THE BEST CHICKEN POT PIE EVER!



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I get a request from my family to make this dish at LEAST once a month. I typically make two at a time as these are eaten up quickly and they're wonderful to share with a neighbor.

Provided by MarthaRayDeen

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 pie, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cups chicken broth (enough to cover breasts)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
3 tablespoons butter (yes, 3 tablespoons!)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed (i use green beans, corn, carrots and peas)
2 medium potatoes, cooked and cubed (or 1 can small white potatoes, cubed)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 double crust pie crust
1 egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium high heat, combine the chicken breasts, chicken broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 30 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear.
  • Remove the chicken and let cool. Pour the remaining chicken broth mixture into a measuring cup. Let stand; spoon off fat. Add enough canned broth to equal 1 cup if needed. Add half and half to the broth mixture to equal 2 1/2 cups. Cut chicken into 1/2 inch pieces.
  • In the same pan, melt butter or margarine over medium heat. Add the onion and celery. Saute, stirring, for 3 minutes. Stir in flour until well blended. Gradually stir in broth mixture and the herbs. Simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and boils. (you will think this is TOO MUCH liquid, but it's not). Add the chicken and vegetables to the broth and stir to combine. Line a deep pie dish with one of the pastries and pour mixture in, almost to the top.
  • Cover mixture with second pastry, making sure to "seal the edges" by pinching together the top and bottom then pressing against the lip of the dish. Cut a few vent holes in the pastry then brush pastry with beaten egg. Use any leftover scraps from the pastries to make a design on top.
  • Bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. Let cool for 10 minutes and serve.
  • When done, the inside ingredients will be thick and creamy.

BEST EVER CHICKEN WING DRUMETTES



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Make and share this Best Ever Chicken Wing Drumettes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Slocook

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 31m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (16 ounce) packages chicken drummettes
2/3 cup brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 cup marsala wine
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
onion powder
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350°F Spray a 13x9 pan with cooking spray. Place drumettes into pan and sprinkle with Salt,pepper and onion powder.
  • Cook in 350°F for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile in a small saucepan mix brown sugar,dry mustard, Marsala,soy sauce and minced garlic. Bring to boil over medium heat than turn down to simmer while drumettes cook. Stir sauce occasionally.
  • After 30 minutes turn oven down to 325 degrees and pour sauce over wings turning wings to coat with sauce.
  • Cook basting every 15 minutes to 1/2 hour with sauce. Cook until sticky and most of the sauce is absorbed. Serve immediately or next day.

BEST-EVER GRILLED CHICKEN KEBABS



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This recipe is very simple, very easy, and tastes better than anything you'll find in a restaurant. Seriously!

Provided by Axel8741

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lemon
1/4-1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
1 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 pinch dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 large onion, cut into sections
1/2 lb grape tomatoes (they look like small, pear shaped cherry tomatoes, but they are much better on the grill, and taste)
2 red peppers, cut into 1 inch pieces

Steps:

  • Place chicken breast pieces in a bowl.
  • Pour in enough olive oil to completely cover pieces, squeeze the lemon over them, and then add the garlic, oregano, basil, rosemary, salt, and a couple of twists of cracked pepper.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Assemble kebabs, and grill until chicken is no longer pink, about 10-15 minutes depending on your grill.
  • Don't overcook them, though.

BEST-EVER FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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These chicken sandwiches are inspired by Federal Donuts' sandwich, with a sriracha-mayo sauce and twice-fried chicken.

Provided by Olivia D'Angelo

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 egg
¼ cup ranch dressing mix (such as Hidden Valley®)
2 chicken breasts
1 cup vegetable oil
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sriracha sauce
4 potato rolls
16 dill pickle chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place 1/2 cup flour in a small bowl.
  • Beat egg in a shallow bowl with a fork.
  • Place 1 cup flour in a bowl; mix in ranch dressing.
  • Split chicken breasts to create 4 pieces. Coat each piece with plain flour, dip in egg, and coat with flour-ranch mixture. Place on a wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Heat oil in a large saucepan until almost boiling. Add 2 pieces chicken; fry until lightly golden, turning once, about 5 minutes. Return chicken to the wire rack. Repeat with remaining 2 pieces chicken.
  • Bake chicken in the preheated oven until juices run clear, about 10 minutes.
  • Mix mayonnaise and sriracha sauce together in a small bowl. Spread on rolls. Place 4 pickle slices on each roll. Place 1 piece of chicken on each sandwich.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 654.9 calories, Carbohydrate 63.7 g, Cholesterol 91.5 mg, Fat 34.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1651.6 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

BEST-EVER ROAST CHICKEN AND ROOT VEGETABLES



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Make and share this Best-Ever Roast Chicken and Root Vegetables recipe from Food.com.

Provided by DriaDB

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h33m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 roasting chicken (2-3 lbs)
1 lemon, halved
1 head garlic
1 bunch fresh thyme
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon olive oil
5 carrots, peeled and sliced thick
3 parsnips, peeled and sliced
3 yellow onions, peeled and quartered
1/2 cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • Put the carrots, parsnips and onions in the bottom of a big roasting pan. Season with salt and pepper, and add to that the 1/2 cup of chicken broth.
  • Then, remove the contents from the cavity of the chicken.
  • Slice the top off of the whole head of garlic, and put that, the halved lemon, and the whole bunch of thyme inside the cavity. Truss the legs of the chicken.
  • Season the outside of the chicken with olive oil, salt and pepper.
  • Place the chicken on top of the vegetables in the roasting pan, fold the wings underneath the bird.
  • Put the pan into a 400-degree oven for an hour and fifteen minutes -- at that point, check to see if the chicken's done (slice the wing, the juices should run clear). Add more time if needed.
  • Let rest for 10-15 minutes, carve and serve with the roasted vegetables.

THE BEST BEER CAN CHICKEN EVER



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Spicy skin and tender roast chicken!

Provided by Laura

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup chocolate stout beer
3 green Thai chile peppers
3 cloves garlic, peeled
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons dry mustard
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 (5 pound) whole chicken

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for medium heat. If using charcoal, push coals to the side of the grilling area for indirect heat.
  • Pour stout beer into an empty 12-ounce soda can and drop Thai chilies and garlic cloves into the can. Mix brown sugar, dry mustard, garam masala, kosher salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, cumin, cinnamon, onion powder, garlic powder, and nutmeg in a bowl.
  • Rinse the chicken and coat the skin with the entire batch of spice rub. Place soda can containing beer mixture onto the prepared grill and sit the chicken upright onto the can.
  • Grill chicken over indirect heat until juices run clear and an instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast, not touching bone, reads at least 165 degrees F (75 degrees C), about 45 minutes. Let chicken rest 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 161.9 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 51.9 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 479.9 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

THE BEST CHICKEN DIVAN EVER!



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Yes there are a lot of different chicken divan recipe's out there but I will swear on this one as being the best. I have been making this for years now and it ALWAYS get's gobbled up. Out of everything I cook, my husband gets excited about this dish more than any other. It's a for sure crowd pleaser- no doubt! The lemon juice is what really makes the recipe- I don't ever really measure it just squeeze into the dish until I feel like it's enough!

Provided by cookin_nurse

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 -4 chicken breasts, cooked (I boil in water)
16 ounces frozen broccoli, or
16 ounces fresh broccoli
2 (10 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup cheddar cheese
1/4 cup lemon juice
Ritz cracker

Steps:

  • 1. Boil chicken breasts in water until cooked through.
  • 2. Place broccoli on bottom of 13x9 casserole dish.
  • 3. In a medium bowl mix soups, mayonaise, chedder cheese and lemon juice.
  • 4. Cover broccoli with soup /mayo mix.
  • 5. Cover casserole with foil and bake at 350 for 30 minutes.
  • 6. Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes.
  • 7. Crumble up RITZ crackers and sprinkle ontop of casserole dish once it's finished cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492.4, Fat 32.1, SaturatedFat 9.4, Cholesterol 83.9, Sodium 1116.4, Carbohydrate 27.7, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 5.7, Protein 26.4

BEST CHICKEN SOUP EVER



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I took a few recipes and made a combination to create my very own chicken noodle soup - which I now freeze and give to my family and friends when they are sick!!

Provided by misskris3780

Categories     Onions

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 lbs diced boneless chicken breasts (and or or thighs)
3 teaspoons kosher salt
3 quarts chicken stock
1 cup water
4 minced garlic cloves
1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1 cup diced white onion
2/3 cup chopped carrot
2/3 cup chopped green onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 1/2 cups fresh spinach leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 teaspoon basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon oregano leaves
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 (12 ounce) bag extra broad egg noodles

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in large stock pot.
  • Add diced chicken pieces to pot to brown chicken, and cook for 5-10 minutes.
  • Add onions, celery, garlic and carrots and saute so everything begins to "sweat".
  • Add all seasonings and cook for a few more minutes.
  • Add chicken stock to mixture in pot and stir.
  • Add spinach leaves to stock and stir.
  • Bring this to a boil, uncovered.
  • Reduce to simmer and cook for about 15-20 minutes, seasoning broth to taste.
  • Add 1 cup of water to pot, bring to boil again.
  • Add the bag of noodles directly to pot and cook for another 15 minutes.
  • Once noodles are cooked, remove pot from heat.
  • When cooled, you can refrigerate or freeze.

BEST BAKED CHICKEN EVER



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A tasty baked chicken that smells and tastes as good as it looks.

Provided by Deborah Norris

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Time 40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
⅓ cup honey
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
4 pounds chicken legs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Whisk honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, water, olive oil, and garlic together in a large bowl. Add chicken legs and toss to coat. Place chicken legs on the prepared baking sheet; season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until juices run clear, 30 to 35 minutes. Turn over and cook longer if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 69.9 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 282 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

THE BEST CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP EVER



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This is the best chicken tortilla soup I have ever eaten. I've tried countless versions and this is by far what chicken tortilla soup should be. I experimented with many recipes to come up with this one. Please try and see if you agree.

Provided by kat in ky

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 whole chicken
3 tablespoons oil
1 onion, chopped
1/2 bunch cilantro, snipped
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon garlic pepper seasoning
2 teaspoons lemon pepper
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 (10 ounce) can Rotel Tomatoes
2 (10 ounce) cans chicken broth or 2 (10 ounce) cans homemade chicken broth
2 beef broth
2 (14 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
monterey jack cheese
tortilla chips
avocado

Steps:

  • In a large pot, boil chicken until done.
  • Cool and debone.
  • In a skillet, saute onion in oil.
  • Add remaining ingredients and simmer for 45 minute.
  • to mingle the seasonings.
  • Serve with monteray jack cheese and tortilla chips and avocado.

BEST CHICKEN EVER



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Make this simple dish, with a sour cream/cornflake coated twist on the usual breaded chicken, then sit back an receive the compliments!

Provided by Mae Wagner

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
2 cups sour cream
2 cups crushed cornflakes cereal
1 teaspoon Italian-style seasoning
6 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Rinse and trim the chicken breasts. Pat dry. Generously coat both sides of each breast with sour cream. Put crushed cornflake crumbs in a shallow plate or bowl and season to taste (I use onion salt and garlic salt). Dip the sour cream coated chicken in the seasoned cornflake crumbs.
  • Place coated chicken in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Drizzle with melted butter/margarine and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.6 g, Cholesterol 131.5 mg, Fat 30.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 27.7 g, SaturatedFat 18.1 g, Sodium 248.4 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

BEST EVER CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS



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I got this recipe off of Food Network. It is Tyler Florence's recipe. This is definitely the best chicken and dumplings I have ever had. I have tried other recipes of his and so far they are all delicious. You won't be disappointed in these. It really is easy to make. It only takes a while because of the chicken baking first and then making the chicken stock next.

Provided by chelgilm

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 3h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 35

1 (3 lb) whole chickens
salt and pepper
4 ounces unsalted butter
1 lemon, halved and juiced, reserve the lemon halves
1/4 cup chopped fresh rosemary
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/4 cup chopped thyme
1 onion, cut in half
4 garlic cloves, halved
fresh whole herbs (garlic thyme and parsley sprigs)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 carrots, cut in large chunks
2 stalks celery, cut into large chunks
1 onion, cut in halves
1 head garlic, cut in half
reserved chicken bone
2 quarts cold water
2 bay leaves
4 sprigs fresh thyme
4 sprigs fresh parsley
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon oil
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/2 cup carrot, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 bay leaves
6 tablespoons flour
6 cups of the chicken stock
1/4 cup heavy cream
salt & pepper, for flavor
2 cups flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
3/4-1 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • For the Roasted chicken:.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Remove neck and giblets from cavity of chicken and discard them.
  • Rinse the chicken and cavity with cold water inside and out.
  • Pat dry with paper towels.
  • Season body and cavity of chicken generously with salt and pepper.
  • In small bowl mash together the lemon juice, chopped herbs, and butter.
  • Rub the herbed butter all over the chicken as well as under the skin.
  • Put the lemon halves, onion, garlic, and whole herbs inside the cavity of chicken.
  • Tie the chicken legs with twine.
  • Roast in oven breast side up for 1 hour or until done and no longer pink.
  • Shred the meat when cool enough to handle.
  • Discard the skin and SAVE the chicken bones for the stock.
  • Chicken Stock:
  • Coat a large stockpot with olive oil.
  • Place over medium heat.
  • Saute the veggies in pot for 3 minutes. Add the reserved chicken bones, herbs, and water.
  • Simmer for 1 hour.
  • Strain the stock to remove the solids and set aside.
  • Dumplings:
  • Sift the dry ingredients in a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl lightly beat the eggs and milk together.
  • Pour the liquid in the dry ingredients and gently fold.
  • Mix just until the dough comes together.
  • It should be thick and cake like.
  • Cover and set aside while making sauce.
  • Supreme Sauce:.
  • Melt butter and heat the oil over medium heat in dutch oven.
  • Add carrots, celery, garlic, and bay leaves.
  • Saute until vegetables are soft (about 5 minutes or so).
  • Stir in the flour to make a roux.
  • Continue to stir and cook for about 2 min to coat the flour and get rid of the starchy taste.
  • Slowly stir in chicken stock, one cup at a time.
  • Stir well after each addition.
  • Let sauce simmer until thick enough to coat back of a spoon, about 15 minute.
  • Stir in heavy cream.
  • Fold reserved shredded chicken in sauce and bring up to a simmer.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Dumplings:.
  • Using 2 spoons, drop by heaping tablespoonfuls into hot mixture.
  • The dumplings should cover the top of sauce but not be touching or overcrowded.
  • Let the dumplings poach for 10 to 15 minutes until they are firm and puffy.

THE BEST CHICKEN SALAD EVER



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This is a wonderful, easy chicken salad. The addition of cole slaw dressing is what makes it taste great. This is great for a crowd. I got this from allrecipes and made if for a 1st communion party. It went over great!

Provided by frog4kids

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 2 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 boneless chicken breast halves, cooked
1/4 cup creamy salad dressing
4 tablespoons coleslaw dressing
1 stalk celery, chopped
1/4 sweet onion, chopped
1 teaspoon lemon juice
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • 1. In a food processor, combine the chicken, mayo, coleslaw dressing, celery, onion & lemon juice. Adjust coleslaw dressing & mayo as needed to it doesn't get to "soupy".
  • 2. Blend until well mixed. Season with salt & pepper to taste. Refrigerate until chilled.
  • *I chopped my chicken, celery & onion with my pampered chef food chopper. I then added the dressing, mayo & seasonings. It worked great!

BEST EVER CHICKEN BALTI



Best Ever Chicken Balti image

This is such an easy recipe, but so tasty. I used to put it on the menu of the gastro pub where I worked-people used to phone us to see if it was on and reserve portions! Even my Pops loves this and he is impossibly critical!Hope you enjoy!!

Provided by Noo8820

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3 tablespoons tomato puree
2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander
2 tablespoons mango chutney
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
4 tablespoons oil
2 green chilies, chopped
2 tablespoons single cream

Steps:

  • Blend together the tomato puree, yoghurt, garam masala, chili powder, garlic, mango chutney, salt and sugar.
  • Heat oil and add tomato mixture-cook for approx 2 minutes-stirring occasionally.
  • Add chopped chicken and a little cold water,and continue to cook until chicken is cooked through, stirring occasionally.
  • Add chilies, coriander and cream, stir in well and cook for a few minutes more. If the sauce is a little thick just add water to achieve your preferred consistency.
  • Serve with boiled rice and/or naan bread.
  • N.B-This freezes well-sometimes I just make the sauce up and freeze little tubs of it.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.9, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 80.5, Sodium 737.5, Carbohydrate 4.6, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2.3, Protein 26

DIABETIC BEST EVER LOW-FAT BAKED CHICKEN



Diabetic Best Ever Low-Fat Baked Chicken image

This is a great way to enjoy dinner and still maintain a healthy eating routine. If you're in a rush, pounding the breasts flat will speed cooking time.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 28m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup fat-free parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon rosemary
1 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon parsley flakes
1/3 cup fat-free margarine, melted (I used Bacel Topping Spray and used far less than 1/3 cup by spraying it on)

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 375.
  • Mix bread crumbs, cheese and seasoning in shallow bowl.
  • Dip each chicken breast in melted margarine (or spray with Bacel Topping Spray), then in bread crumb mixture.
  • Place each breast on baking sheet sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Bake for approximately 20-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

Tips:

  • Use a flavorful brine: Brining the chicken in a mixture of salt, sugar, and spices helps to keep it moist and flavorful. You can use a simple brine made with water, salt, and sugar, or you can add other ingredients like herbs, spices, or citrus fruits to create a more complex flavor.
  • Pat the chicken dry before cooking: This will help the skin to crisp up and prevent the chicken from steaming. If you don't pat the chicken dry, the skin will be soggy and the chicken will be less flavorful.
  • Use a high heat to sear the chicken: This will create a nice crust on the outside of the chicken and help to lock in the juices. Once the chicken is seared, you can reduce the heat to finish cooking it through.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken is dry and tough. To prevent this, cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. You can check the temperature with a meat thermometer.
  • Let the chicken rest before carving: This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more moist and flavorful. Let the chicken rest for at least 10 minutes before carving.

Conclusion:

With these tips, you can cook the best chicken ever. Whether you're roasting a whole chicken, grilling chicken breasts, or frying chicken wings, these tips will help you create a delicious and flavorful dish. So next time you're cooking chicken, be sure to follow these tips for the best results.

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