Amanda Johnson uses leftover chicken or turkey, and wild rice harvested nearby, to make this lovely soup. INGREDIENTS: 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 3 celery ribs 2 carrots 1 medium onion 2 clove garlic 1 1/2 tsp. thyme salt pepper 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 1 c. wild rice 2 qt. chicken stock or low-sodium broth 2 […]
Tag: Chicken
Chicken and Red Plum Salad
Charred plums make this nutty salad a summer standout. Ingredients: 4 6-oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 tbsp. plus 1 tsp olive oil 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. pepper 4 red plums, cut into 1-inch wedges) 2 scallions, thinly sliced 6 c. baby arugula 1/2 c. fresh dill, very roughly chopped 1/4 c. roasted almonds, chopped […]
CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM FLORENTINE PASTA
Creamy pasta sauce with fresh mushrooms and spinach over chicken and fettuccine. INGREDIENTS: 6 small chicken breasts Flour, salt and pepper, for dredging 1 pound fettuccine, cooked according to package directions 4 Tablespoons olive oil 1/3 cup flour 2 Tablespoons butter 2 cups chicken stock 2 cups cream (milk or half and half can be […]
Chicken soup
Pure soul food, this warming, easy chicken soup makes the most of leftover roast chicken. Each serving provides 288kcal, 28g protein, 11.5g carbohydrate (of which 7g sugars), 14g fat (of which 6.5g saturates), 3.4g fibre and 0.7g salt. Ingredients: 55g/2oz butter 2 onions, sliced 2 sticks celery, finely chopped 2 carrots, finely diced 25g/2oz plain flour 1.2 litres/2 pints chicken stock 450g/1lb […]
Thai chicken meatballs
INGREDIENTS: 500g chicken mince 1 garlic clove, crushed 2cm piece fresh ginger, peeled, finely grated 3 fresh kaffir lime leaves, finely chopped 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves, plus extra sprigs to serve 1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander leaves 2 tablespoons fish sauce 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 small red chilli, […]
Chicken and Peach Flatbreads
Premade pizza crusts are a lifesaver for the busy weeknight cook. Here they provide a filling base for these outside-the-box pizzas. To make your own balsamic glaze, simmer down 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar until thick and syrupy, about 5 minutes. Ingredients: 1 (12-oz.) pkg. of 3 (7-inch) prebaked pizza crusts (such as Mama Marys) 2 […]
CHINESE ORANGE CHICKEN
Ingredients: Chicken: 4 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts cut into bite-size pieces 3 Eggs whisked 1/3 cup Cornstarch 1/3 cup Flour Oil for frying Orange Chicken Sauce: 1 cup Orange Juice 1/2 cup Sugar 2 Tablespoons Rice Vinegar or White Vinegar 2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce use tamari for a gluten-free dish 1/4 teaspoon Ginger 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder or 2 garlic cloves, finely diced 1/2 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes Orange Zest from 1 orange 1 Tablespoon Cornstarch Garnish: Green Onions Orange Zest Instructions: To make […]
Chicken Scampi Pasta
Chicken takes the place of shrimp in this dish inspired by the Olive Garden classic — making it even more weeknight friendly. Serve … Ingredients: Kosher salt 1 pound thinly-sliced chicken cutlets, cut into 1/2-inch-thick strips 3 tablespoons olive oil 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed 6 cloves garlic, sliced 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes […]
Chicken Pot Pie
Ingredients: 3 whole (6 split) chicken breasts, bone-in, skin-on 3 tablespoons olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 5 cups chicken stock, preferably homemade 2 chicken bouillon cubes 12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter 2 cups yellow onions, chopped (2 onions) 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup heavy cream 2 cups medium-diced carrots, […]
How to Make Homemade Cream of Chicken Soup
You may never buy cream of chicken soup at the grocery store again! I love nothing more than a comforting soup, especially when snow is falling outside. I’m also all about cooking with simplicity. As a busy mother of two—and with one on the way—I need quick, easy recipes that are also delicious. Now, what comes to mind […]