We get a lot of feedback from readers who are trying to cook for families who all have different dietary needs and preferences, especially families with both vegetarians and meat eaters. So I wanted to make a series of a la carte proteins that can be cooked quickly and separately from a meal and added … Read more
For any backyard chicken owner one of the most frequently asked questions is “How long does it take for a chicken to lay 1 egg?” Understanding the egg laying process helps you know what to expect from your flock. In this article we’ll explore the timeline of egg production, factors that affect it, and tips … Read more
How Do You Clean Chicken Thighs Before Cooking? A Comprehensive Guide Cleaning and preparing chicken thighs correctly before cooking is an important step in any kitchen that wants to make sure meals are safe and tasty. It might seem like enough to just rinse chicken under water, but cleaning chicken thighs properly takes a little … Read more
Learn how to cook chicken on the stove with juicy and tender results! This is my go-to method for a quick and healthy dinner paired with your choice of sides. Chicken is a versatile protein that can be transformed into an endless variety of delicious dishes. However, it’s easy to fall into a rut of … Read more
These are the BEST crispy baked chicken nuggets you’ll ever make! This delicious, healthy chicken nuggets recipe takes just about 30 minutes from start to finish and uses simple ingredients like panko breadcrumbs, chicken breast and spices. Serve with honey mustard, ketchup or your favorite BBQ sauce. Kid-friendly and adult approved!. I got a burn … Read more
As someone who doesn’t eat most canned (or cubed) stocks and broths—they can be overly salty—and usually is too lazy to make them from scratch, I find myself often cooking without stocks and broth. Or sometimes I don’t have time to get more homemade chicken broth or store-bought vegetable broth before I start cooking. From … Read more
There is no doubt in my mind that chicken schnitzel would be my last meal on earth. There is nothing better than a crispy breaded chicken. After I found out I had celiac disease, I couldn’t eat this dish for years because most gluten-free panko was bad until recently. Now I am able to make … Read more
Roasted Chicken and Vegetables – juicy, golden chicken, caramelized veggies, and pan juices you’ll want to drink. This is the “I-don’t-want-to-cook” dinner I make once a week and somehow never get tired of. This is the kind of dinner that saves me on the nights I just don’t want to think. Everything goes into one … Read more
Buttermilk is a staple ingredient in many fried chicken recipes. But have you ever wondered what exactly soaking chicken in buttermilk does? Well let me tell you – it’s absolutely essential for getting the most tender, juicy and flavorful fried chicken possible. In this article, I’ll explain the science and benefits behind buttermilk marination so … Read more
Chicken breast is a versatile protein that’s perfect for grilling. Grilled chicken breast is juicy, tender, and full of flavor when it’s done right. But it’s easy to grill chicken breast too long, which makes the meat dry and rubbery. How long should you cook chicken breast on the grill? The exact grilling time depends … Read more
