Preparing One Dish Chicken Recipes That Rock

By Enid Hinton


When it comes to making a quick or special dinner, some individuals prefer to create a single dish. One of the best foods to cook as part of a casserole, or other more elaborate concoction is that of poultry. Whether cooking on a stove top, or baking, one dish chicken recipes can save a lot of time in the kitchen.

All in all, poultry is one of the most versatile food sources on the planet. While healthier than beef, pork and poultry can often be interchanged in a number of recipes. As such, when exploring recipes, recognize that ingredients can always be substituted. Something that is also the case for vegans and vegetarians. There are now a number of poultry-free alternative meats which can generally be found in the grocery's freezer section.

A clay pot, crock pot, oven or grill are often the preferred cooking methods for poultry. Whether a home or professional check desires to remove the bones is a personal decision. Though, if one does not and serves the meal to someone who becomes choked on a bone, then the individual may need medical attention, not to mention the potential of a lawsuit if the individual was eating at a restaurant at the time.

An oven on the other hand can be used for a number of different style dishes. Casseroles, pastas and other foods can make for a great meal. One of the most uncommon of chicken dishes is that of chili, though it has proven to be quite tasty to a number of individuals. As this version has recently made an appearance on at least one television cooking show, there is no doubt it will become more popular with home and professional in the future.

Stuffed breasts in some cases could be considered a combined dinner. Although, for some the food may be too heavy. While others may not find a simple breast and stuffing a full meal. Regardless, it is up to the chef in each case to decide what constitutes a one dish meal.

There are some health concerns whether preparing and cooking pork, poultry, seafood, or other meats. First, it is essential that all these food items remain refrigerated until cooking time. Second, whether cooked or raw, it is never good to leave meat, poultry or seafood sitting out for long periods. Lastly, it is important to wash hands before and immediately after preparing a meal.

As all these foods have the potential to become tainted with salmonella, it is essential that the foods be refrigerated until prepared. After which, if there are leftovers, these should be refrigerated as soon as possible as well. When using a marinade, it is essential that the marinade be covered with plastic wrap and placed in a refrigerator.

Speaking of marinades, there are some excellent ones for meat, poultry and seafood when cooked on a grill. One being a combination being beer, soy and ginger, another a mixture of lemon juice and bar-b-que sauce. For those desiring a more casual meal, chicken on pizza has become quite popular over the last several decades and is now a topping that has been tried in many parts of the world.

A number of recipe oriented websites can now provide thousands of recipes with regards to this type dish and others. Most allow individuals to take and upload recipes. Whether taker, or uploader, it is often best to first read any and all guidelines related to posting on the website, whether food related, or otherwise.




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