Friday, March 22, 2013

Fun Unlimited Ways To Prepare A Chicken

By Helge Vang Andersen


There are unlimited ways to prepare a chicken and it is quite possible to try a new recipe every week and never run out of ideas. It is not only a very low fat and healthy food, but it is also very economical and a staple part of many peoples diet. Versatility is one of the hallmarks of poultry and it seems to go well with many other foods.

The basic roasted chicken is still a family favorite. It provides a wonderfully hearty meal especially on a cold winter evening. It is also very easy to cook and needs only a few minuets of preparation. Drizzling with some olive oil and sprinkling on some herbs and garlic is a fast way to make a delicious dinner everyone will love.

A simple yet delicious dish is chicken stuffed with olives. This Mediterranean inspired meal uses a stuffing packed with taste and nutrition. The stuffing combines the best of fresh foods, garlic, beets, olives, ricotta cheese and seasonings. The bird is drizzled with locally produced olive olive and baked for about an hour. The result is a delightful blend of flavors and moist delicious meat.

Poultry is perfect perfect for using in soups and stews. The sky really is the limit and imagination can be allowed to run free. A tasty yet easy to prepare dish uses fresh carrots, ground ginger and herbs. Every thing is baked together in an oven proof dish or crock pot. It is a great mid week dinner for a busy family with only a few minuets to spare on preparation time.

One of the most time honored favorites is chicken parmigiana. This dish has its roots in Italy but has found a huge following in homes all over the world. Many people also find that poultry can be used for making a really great lasagna. This is a tasty and interesting twist on the original that is quickly gaining in popularity.

Chickens make the perfect picnic food. They can be cooked ahead of time and packed into the basket for an old fashioned day out. Honey mustard is the perfect complement and will make a great central theme for an outdoor lunch. Some fresh bread, salads and fruit are the perfect accompaniments.

One of the great things about the unlimited ways to prepare a chicken is that even those will little experience in the kitchen can create some great results. As long as they take care not to overcook the meat, it is very forgiving and easy to prepare. There are few secrets to great dishes, it really is a case of letting the imagination run wild.




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