tasty collard greens

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 5 cups chicken stock
• 1 smoked turkey drumstick
• 5 bunches collard greens - rinsed, trimmed and chopped
• salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs

Ready Time: 2 hrs 30 mins


• heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. add garlic, and gently saute until light brown. pour in the chicken stock, and add the turkey leg. cover the pot, and simmer for 30 minutes.
• add the collard greens to the cooking pot, and turn the heat up to medium-high. let the greens cook down for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• reduce heat to medium, and season with salt and pepper to taste. continue to cook until the greens are tender and dark green, 45 to 60 minutes. drain greens, reserving liquid. mix in red pepper flakes if desired. use liquid to reheat leftovers.

blackened chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a baking sheet. heat a cast iron skillet over high heat for 5 minutes until it is smoking hot.
• mix together the paprika, salt, cayenne, cumin, thyme, white pepper, and onion powder. oil the chicken breasts with cooking spray on both sides, then coat the chicken breasts evenly with the spice mixture.
• place the chicken in the hot pan, and cook for 1 minute. turn, and cook 1 minute on other side. place the breasts on the prepared baking sheet.
• bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes.

Lime Grilled Chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 (12 fluid ounce) can light colored
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• salt and pepper
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 14 mins Ready Time: 54 mins


• in a bowl, mix the lime juice, , honey, garlic, cilantro, and salt and pepper until the honey dissolves. pour the mixture over the chicken, cover and marinate for 30 minutes.
• preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil grate.
• remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess; discard remaining marinade. grill chicken until tender and juices run clear, about 7 minutes per side.

chicken cordon bleu ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 6 slices swiss cheese
• 6 slices ham
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup dry white
• 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• pound chicken breasts if they are too thick. place a cheese and ham slice on each breast within 1/2 inch of the edges. fold the edges of the chicken over the filling, and secure with toothpicks. mix the flour and paprika in a small bowl, and coat the chicken pieces.
• heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, and cook the chicken until browned on all sides. add the and bouillon. reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear.
• remove the toothpicks, and transfer the breasts to a warm platter. blend the cornstarch with the cream in a small bowl, and whisk slowly into the skillet. cook, stirring until thickened, and pour over the chicken. serve warm.

Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
• 1 (1.25 ounce) package dry taco seasoning mix
• 1 lime, juiced
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 4 hrs

Ready Time: 4 hrs 10 mins


• place the salsa, taco seasoning, lime juice, and cilantro into a slow cooker, and stir to combine. add the chicken breasts, and stir to coat with the salsa mixture. cover the cooker, set to high, and cook until the chicken is very tender, about 4 hours. if desired, set cooker to low and cook 6 to 8 hours. shred chicken with 2 forks to serve.

Quinoa Side Dish

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 cup uncooked quinoa
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 teaspoons chopped garlic
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 dash fresh lemon juice (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. add the quinoa, and toast, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. stir in broth, and bring to a boil. reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, or until quinoa is tender.
• in a bowl, toss quinoa together with garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, and onion. sprinkle with lemon juice, and serve.

chicken makhani (indian butter chicken)

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 tablespoon peanut oil
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 1/4 white onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/4 cup plain yogurt
• 1 cup half-and-half
• 1 cup tomato puree
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 pinch black pepper
• 1 tablespoon peanut oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat. saute shallot and onion until soft and translucent. stir in butter, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, 1 teaspoon garam masala, chili powder, cumin and bay leaf. cook, stirring, for 1 minute. add tomato sauce, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. stir in half-and-half and yogurt. reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. season with salt pepper. remove from heat and set aside.
• heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. cook chicken until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. reduce heat, and season with 1 teaspoon garam masala and cayenne. stir in a few spoonfuls of sauce, and simmer until liquid has reduced, and chicken is no longer pink. stir cooked chicken into sauce.
• mix together cornstarch and water, then stir into the sauce. cook for 5 to 10 minutes, or until thickened.

Sweet And Sour Chicken I

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained (juice reserved)
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 3/4 cups water, divided
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
• 2 drops orange food color
• 8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes
• 2 1/4 cups self-rising flour
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 1 egg
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
• 2 green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• in a saucepan, combine 1 1/2 cups water, sugar, vinegar, reserved pineapple juice, and orange food coloring. heat to boiling. turn off heat. combine 1/4 cup cornstarch and 1/4 cup water; slowly stir into saucepan. continue stirring until mixture thickens.
• combine flour, 2 tablespoons oil, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, salt, white pepper, and egg. add 1 1/2 cups water gradually to make a thick batter. stir to blend thoroughly. add chicken pieces, and stir until chicken is well coated.
• heat oil in skillet or wok to 360 degrees f (180 degrees c). fry chicken pieces in hot oil 10 minutes, or until golden. remove chicken, and drain on paper towels.
• when ready to serve, layer green peppers, pineapple chunks, and cooked chicken pieces on a platter. pour hot sweet and sour sauce over top.

korean bbq chicken marinade

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup soy sauce
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
• 4 teaspoons hot chile paste (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• in a medium saucepan over high heat, whisk together the sugar, soy sauce, water, onion powder, and ground ginger. bring to a boil. reduce heat to low, and simmer 5 minutes.
• remove the mixture from heat, cool, and whisk in lemon juice and hot chile paste. place chicken in the mixture. cover, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 4 hours before preparing chicken as desired.

cornish game hens with garlic and rosemary

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 cornish game hens
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 lemon, quartered
• 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 24 cloves garlic
• 1/3 cup white
• 1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 4 sprigs fresh rosemary, for garnish

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 20 mins


• preheat oven to 450 degrees f (230 degrees c).
• rub hens with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. lightly season hens with salt and pepper. place 1 lemon wedge and 1 sprig rosemary in cavity of each hen. arrange in a large, heavy roasting pan, and arrange garlic cloves around hens. roast in preheated oven for 25 minutes.
• reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). in a mixing bowl, whisk together , chicken broth, and remaining 2 tablespoons of oil; pour over hens. continue roasting about 25 minutes longer, or until hens are golden brown and juices run clear. baste with pan juices every 10 minutes.
• transfer hens to a platter, pouring any cavity juices into the roasting pan. tent hens with aluminum foil to keep warm. transfer pan juices and garlic cloves to a medium saucepan and boil until liquids reduce to a sauce consistency, about 6 minutes. cut hens in half lengthwise and arrange on plates. spoon sauce and garlic around hens. garnish with rosemary sprigs, and serve.

Lime Grilled Chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 (12 fluid ounce) can light colored
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• salt and pepper
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 14 mins Ready Time: 54 mins


• in a bowl, mix the lime juice, , honey, garlic, cilantro, and salt and pepper until the honey dissolves. pour the mixture over the chicken, cover and marinate for 30 minutes.
• preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil grate.
• remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess; discard remaining marinade. grill chicken until tender and juices run clear, about 7 minutes per side.

savory dijon stuffing

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 cup butter, melted
• 1/2 cup dijon-style prepared mustard
• 2 cups chopped onion
• 1 1/2 cups chopped celery
• 1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 6 cups dried bread crumbs
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• in large saucepan combine butter and mustard. stir in onions and celery; cook until tender. add water chestnuts, walnuts, parsley, poultry seasoning and pepper.
• toss with bread crumbs and drizzle with chicken broth. place stuffing in two 3 quart casserole dishes and bake for 30 minutes.

chicken cordon bleu i

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 6 slices swiss cheese
• 4 slices cooked ham
• 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). coat a 7x11 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
• pound chicken breasts to 1/4 inch thickness.
• sprinkle each piece of chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. place 1 cheese slice and 1 ham slice on top of each breast. roll up each breast, and secure with a toothpick. place in baking dish, and sprinkle chicken evenly with bread crumbs.
• bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink. remove from oven, and place 1/2 cheese slice on top of each breast. return to oven for 3 to 5 minutes, or until cheese has melted. remove toothpicks, and serve immediately.

Chicken Breasts Pierre

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 pinch ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, with liquid
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon mustard powder
• 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 10 mins


• in a shallow dish or bowl, combine flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt and ground black pepper. coat chicken breasts with flour mixture. melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, and brown chicken on all sides. remove from skillet, and drain on paper towels.
• in the same skillet, combine the tomatoes, water, brown sugar, vinegar and worcestershire sauce. season with salt, chili powder, mustard, celery seed, garlic and hot pepper sauce. bring to a boil; reduce heat, and return chicken to skillet. cover, and simmer for 35 to 40 minutes, or until chicken is tender, no longer pink and juices run clear.

Grilled Lemon Chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/3 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped red bell pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• in a bowl, mix the lemon juice, olive oil, dijon mustard, garlic, red bell pepper, salt, and pepper. set aside 1/4 cup of the mixture to use for basting. place chicken in the bowl, and marinate at least 20 minutes in the refrigerator.
• preheat grill for high heat.
• lightly oil grill grate. drain and discard marinade from the bowl, and place chicken on the grill. cook 6 to 8 minutes on each side, until juices run clear, basting occasionally with the reserved marinade.

Sesame Green Beans

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 pound fresh green beans, cut into 2 inch pieces
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• freshly ground black pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. add sesame seeds. when seeds start to darken, stir in green beans. cook, stirring, until the beans turn bright green.
• pour in chicken broth, salt and pepper. cover and cook until beans are tender-crisp, about 10 minutes. uncover and cook until liquid evaporates.

tasty collard greens

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 5 cups chicken stock
• 1 smoked turkey drumstick
• 5 bunches collard greens - rinsed, trimmed and chopped
• salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs

Ready Time: 2 hrs 30 mins


• heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. add garlic, and gently saute until light brown. pour in the chicken stock, and add the turkey leg. cover the pot, and simmer for 30 minutes.
• add the collard greens to the cooking pot, and turn the heat up to medium-high. let the greens cook down for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• reduce heat to medium, and season with salt and pepper to taste. continue to cook until the greens are tender and dark green, 45 to 60 minutes. drain greens, reserving liquid. mix in red pepper flakes if desired. use liquid to reheat leftovers.

Lime Grilled Chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 (12 fluid ounce) can light colored
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• salt and pepper
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 14 mins Ready Time: 54 mins


• in a bowl, mix the lime juice, , honey, garlic, cilantro, and salt and pepper until the honey dissolves. pour the mixture over the chicken, cover and marinate for 30 minutes.
• preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil grate.
• remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess; discard remaining marinade. grill chicken until tender and juices run clear, about 7 minutes per side.

Chicken Breasts Pierre

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 pinch ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, with liquid
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon mustard powder
• 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 10 mins


• in a shallow dish or bowl, combine flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt and ground black pepper. coat chicken breasts with flour mixture. melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, and brown chicken on all sides. remove from skillet, and drain on paper towels.
• in the same skillet, combine the tomatoes, water, brown sugar, vinegar and worcestershire sauce. season with salt, chili powder, mustard, celery seed, garlic and hot pepper sauce. bring to a boil; reduce heat, and return chicken to skillet. cover, and simmer for 35 to 40 minutes, or until chicken is tender, no longer pink and juices run clear.

Thanksgiving In A Dish

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 1/2 cups hot water
• 1/4 cup butter, cut into pieces
• 1 (6 ounce) package chicken flavored dry stuffing mix
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 3 cups diced, cooked turkey
• 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• salt and pepper to taste
• 3 cups prepared mashed potatoes

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• preheat the oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c). grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
• in a large bowl, stir together the seasoning packet from the stuffing, hot water, and 1/4 cup butter until butter is melted. stir in stuffing just until moistened. let stand for 5 minutes.
• melt 3 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. add the celery and onion; cook and stir until tender. mix in the cooked turkey, and season with celery seed, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
• spread a layer of stuffing over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. top with the turkey mixture, then spread a layer of mashed potatoes over everything. cover with aluminum foil.
• bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until heated through.

cornish game hens with garlic and rosemary

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 cornish game hens
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 lemon, quartered
• 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 24 cloves garlic
• 1/3 cup white
• 1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 4 sprigs fresh rosemary, for garnish

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 20 mins


• preheat oven to 450 degrees f (230 degrees c).
• rub hens with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. lightly season hens with salt and pepper. place 1 lemon wedge and 1 sprig rosemary in cavity of each hen. arrange in a large, heavy roasting pan, and arrange garlic cloves around hens. roast in preheated oven for 25 minutes.
• reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). in a mixing bowl, whisk together , chicken broth, and remaining 2 tablespoons of oil; pour over hens. continue roasting about 25 minutes longer, or until hens are golden brown and juices run clear. baste with pan juices every 10 minutes.
• transfer hens to a platter, pouring any cavity juices into the roasting pan. tent hens with aluminum foil to keep warm. transfer pan juices and garlic cloves to a medium saucepan and boil until liquids reduce to a sauce consistency, about 6 minutes. cut hens in half lengthwise and arrange on plates. spoon sauce and garlic around hens. garnish with rosemary sprigs, and serve.

pineapple chicken tenders

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/3 cup light soy sauce
• 2 pounds chicken breast tenderloins or strips
• skewers

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 10 mins


• in a small saucepan over medium heat, mix pineapple juice, brown sugar, and soy sauce. remove from heat just before the mixture comes to a boil.
• place chicken tenders in a medium bowl. cover with the pineapple marinade, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
• preheat grill for medium heat. thread chicken lengthwise wooden skewers.
• lightly oil the grill grate. grill chicken tenders 5 minutes per side, or until juices run clear. they cook quickly, so watch them closely.

Lime Grilled Chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 (12 fluid ounce) can light colored
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• salt and pepper
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 14 mins Ready Time: 54 mins


• in a bowl, mix the lime juice, , honey, garlic, cilantro, and salt and pepper until the honey dissolves. pour the mixture over the chicken, cover and marinate for 30 minutes.
• preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil grate.
• remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess; discard remaining marinade. grill chicken until tender and juices run clear, about 7 minutes per side.

Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
• 1 (1.25 ounce) package dry taco seasoning mix
• 1 lime, juiced
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 4 hrs

Ready Time: 4 hrs 10 mins


• place the salsa, taco seasoning, lime juice, and cilantro into a slow cooker, and stir to combine. add the chicken breasts, and stir to coat with the salsa mixture. cover the cooker, set to high, and cook until the chicken is very tender, about 4 hours. if desired, set cooker to low and cook 6 to 8 hours. shred chicken with 2 forks to serve.

blackened chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a baking sheet. heat a cast iron skillet over high heat for 5 minutes until it is smoking hot.
• mix together the paprika, salt, cayenne, cumin, thyme, white pepper, and onion powder. oil the chicken breasts with cooking spray on both sides, then coat the chicken breasts evenly with the spice mixture.
• place the chicken in the hot pan, and cook for 1 minute. turn, and cook 1 minute on other side. place the breasts on the prepared baking sheet.
• bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes.

chicken cordon bleu ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 6 slices swiss cheese
• 6 slices ham
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup dry white
• 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• pound chicken breasts if they are too thick. place a cheese and ham slice on each breast within 1/2 inch of the edges. fold the edges of the chicken over the filling, and secure with toothpicks. mix the flour and paprika in a small bowl, and coat the chicken pieces.
• heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, and cook the chicken until browned on all sides. add the and bouillon. reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear.
• remove the toothpicks, and transfer the breasts to a warm platter. blend the cornstarch with the cream in a small bowl, and whisk slowly into the skillet. cook, stirring until thickened, and pour over the chicken. serve warm.

runaway bay jamaican chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 large red onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 habanero pepper, seeded
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger root
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons red vinegar
• 3 tablespoons orange juice concentrate, thawed
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste
• 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• in a food processor, combine onion, garlic, habanero pepper, and ginger. pulse until ingredients are minced. blend in olive oil, brown sugar, vinegar, orange juice concentrate, soy sauce, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, cilantro, salt, and pepper. in a container, combine marinade with chicken. cover, and refrigerate overnight.
• preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil grate.
• grill chicken for 10 minutes per side, or until no longer pink and juices run clear.

chicken makhani (indian butter chicken)

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 tablespoon peanut oil
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 1/4 white onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/4 cup plain yogurt
• 1 cup half-and-half
• 1 cup tomato puree
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 pinch black pepper
• 1 tablespoon peanut oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat. saute shallot and onion until soft and translucent. stir in butter, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, 1 teaspoon garam masala, chili powder, cumin and bay leaf. cook, stirring, for 1 minute. add tomato sauce, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. stir in half-and-half and yogurt. reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. season with salt pepper. remove from heat and set aside.
• heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. cook chicken until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. reduce heat, and season with 1 teaspoon garam masala and cayenne. stir in a few spoonfuls of sauce, and simmer until liquid has reduced, and chicken is no longer pink. stir cooked chicken into sauce.
• mix together cornstarch and water, then stir into the sauce. cook for 5 to 10 minutes, or until thickened.

tasty collard greens

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 5 cups chicken stock
• 1 smoked turkey drumstick
• 5 bunches collard greens - rinsed, trimmed and chopped
• salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs

Ready Time: 2 hrs 30 mins


• heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. add garlic, and gently saute until light brown. pour in the chicken stock, and add the turkey leg. cover the pot, and simmer for 30 minutes.
• add the collard greens to the cooking pot, and turn the heat up to medium-high. let the greens cook down for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• reduce heat to medium, and season with salt and pepper to taste. continue to cook until the greens are tender and dark green, 45 to 60 minutes. drain greens, reserving liquid. mix in red pepper flakes if desired. use liquid to reheat leftovers.

pretty chicken marinade

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2/3 cup olive oil
• 2/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons liquid smoke flavoring
• 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
• 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 16 mins Ready Time: 4 hrs 30 mins


• in a large bowl, mix the olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, liquid smoke, mustard, pepper, and garlic powder. place chicken in the bowl, and coat with the marinade. cover, and allow chicken to marinate a maximum of 4 hours in the refrigerator.
• preheat the grill for high heat.
• oil grill grate. discard marinade, and place chicken on grate. cook 6 to 8 minutes on each side, until juices run clear.

chicken cordon bleu i

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 6 slices swiss cheese
• 4 slices cooked ham
• 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). coat a 7x11 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
• pound chicken breasts to 1/4 inch thickness.
• sprinkle each piece of chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. place 1 cheese slice and 1 ham slice on top of each breast. roll up each breast, and secure with a toothpick. place in baking dish, and sprinkle chicken evenly with bread crumbs.
• bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink. remove from oven, and place 1/2 cheese slice on top of each breast. return to oven for 3 to 5 minutes, or until cheese has melted. remove toothpicks, and serve immediately.

chicken makhani (indian butter chicken)

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 tablespoon peanut oil
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 1/4 white onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/4 cup plain yogurt
• 1 cup half-and-half
• 1 cup tomato puree
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 pinch black pepper
• 1 tablespoon peanut oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat. saute shallot and onion until soft and translucent. stir in butter, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, 1 teaspoon garam masala, chili powder, cumin and bay leaf. cook, stirring, for 1 minute. add tomato sauce, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. stir in half-and-half and yogurt. reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. season with salt pepper. remove from heat and set aside.
• heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. cook chicken until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. reduce heat, and season with 1 teaspoon garam masala and cayenne. stir in a few spoonfuls of sauce, and simmer until liquid has reduced, and chicken is no longer pink. stir cooked chicken into sauce.
• mix together cornstarch and water, then stir into the sauce. cook for 5 to 10 minutes, or until thickened.

Chicken Breasts Pierre

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 pinch ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, with liquid
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon mustard powder
• 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 10 mins


• in a shallow dish or bowl, combine flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt and ground black pepper. coat chicken breasts with flour mixture. melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, and brown chicken on all sides. remove from skillet, and drain on paper towels.
• in the same skillet, combine the tomatoes, water, brown sugar, vinegar and worcestershire sauce. season with salt, chili powder, mustard, celery seed, garlic and hot pepper sauce. bring to a boil; reduce heat, and return chicken to skillet. cover, and simmer for 35 to 40 minutes, or until chicken is tender, no longer pink and juices run clear.

sparkling chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 2 1/2 tablespoons butter
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 4 cups fresh sliced mushrooms
• 1 1/4 cups sweet (such as asti spumante), divided
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, or as needed

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• mix together the flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a shallow bowl. press the chicken breasts into the flour mixture to coat well. set the coated chicken breasts aside on waxed paper; do not stack.
• melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat, and cook and stir the mushrooms with 1/4 cup of the until the mushroom juices have been absorbed and the mushrooms are beginning to brown, about 15 minutes. push the mushrooms to the edge of the skillet and place the coated chicken breasts into the center of the pan. brown the chicken breasts on each side, about 5 minutes per side, and pour in the remaining 1 cup of . cover the pan, and cook until the chicken is no longer pink inside, about 10 minutes.
• remove the chicken breasts from the pan, and arrange on a warmed serving platter. pour the cream into the skillet, bring to a boil over medium heat, and cook, stirring frequently, until the brown flavor bits on the bottom of the skillet have dissolved and the sauce has thickened, about 10 minutes. pour the sauce over the chicken, and serve.

Sweet And Sour Chicken I

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained (juice reserved)
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 3/4 cups water, divided
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
• 2 drops orange food color
• 8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes
• 2 1/4 cups self-rising flour
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 1 egg
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
• 2 green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• in a saucepan, combine 1 1/2 cups water, sugar, vinegar, reserved pineapple juice, and orange food coloring. heat to boiling. turn off heat. combine 1/4 cup cornstarch and 1/4 cup water; slowly stir into saucepan. continue stirring until mixture thickens.
• combine flour, 2 tablespoons oil, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, salt, white pepper, and egg. add 1 1/2 cups water gradually to make a thick batter. stir to blend thoroughly. add chicken pieces, and stir until chicken is well coated.
• heat oil in skillet or wok to 360 degrees f (180 degrees c). fry chicken pieces in hot oil 10 minutes, or until golden. remove chicken, and drain on paper towels.
• when ready to serve, layer green peppers, pineapple chunks, and cooked chicken pieces on a platter. pour hot sweet and sour sauce over top.

Lime Grilled Chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 (12 fluid ounce) can light colored
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• salt and pepper
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 14 mins Ready Time: 54 mins


• in a bowl, mix the lime juice, , honey, garlic, cilantro, and salt and pepper until the honey dissolves. pour the mixture over the chicken, cover and marinate for 30 minutes.
• preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil grate.
• remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess; discard remaining marinade. grill chicken until tender and juices run clear, about 7 minutes per side.

tasty collard greens

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 5 cups chicken stock
• 1 smoked turkey drumstick
• 5 bunches collard greens - rinsed, trimmed and chopped
• salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs

Ready Time: 2 hrs 30 mins


• heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. add garlic, and gently saute until light brown. pour in the chicken stock, and add the turkey leg. cover the pot, and simmer for 30 minutes.
• add the collard greens to the cooking pot, and turn the heat up to medium-high. let the greens cook down for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• reduce heat to medium, and season with salt and pepper to taste. continue to cook until the greens are tender and dark green, 45 to 60 minutes. drain greens, reserving liquid. mix in red pepper flakes if desired. use liquid to reheat leftovers.

thanksgiving no-turkey turkey

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 2 (1 pound) loaves multigrain bread
• 2 tablespoons margarine
• 2 carrots, minced
• 2 large stalks celery, minced
• 1 onion, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon crumbled dried sage
• ground black pepper to taste
• 5 1/2 teaspoons egg replacer (dry)
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup vegetable broth
• 2 (16 ounce) packages chicken-style seitan, cut horizontally into 1 inch thick strips
• 1 cup garbanzo bean gravy
• 1 (17.5 ounce) package frozen puff pastry, thawed

Recipe

Preparation Time: 35 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins

Ready Time: 10 hrs 15 mins


• tear bread into 1-inch cubes and place into a large bowl. let bread dry in the bowl, uncovered, at least 8 hours.
• melt margarine in a large skillet over medium-high heat. stir in carrots, celery, and onion. cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned golden brown, about 10 minutes. scrape onion mixture into the bowl with the dried bread; season with parsley, sage, and pepper. whisk egg replacer, water, and vegetable broth in a small bowl until smooth. pour over bread cubes and gently fold until evenly mixed. let stand 30 minutes to allow bread to absorb the liquid.
• preheat an oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c). line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat with nonstick cooking spray.
• brush seitan with gravy on both sides; arrange overlapping slices on foil in a row, mounding in the center. press stuffing mixture around seitan to cover. wet hands lightly and press into a neat oval. roll pastry sheets out to 1/16-inch thickness; arrange, overlapping slightly, to make a large rectangle. seal edges with dabs of cold water. drape pastry over mound; trim excess away from bottom. use scraps to cut out decorative shapes (leaves, apples, etc). attached with dabs of cold water.
• bake until the pastry in deep golden brown, 1 to 1 1/4 hours. cover the pastry with aluminum foil if it begins to brown too much.