Showing posts with label chicken. Show all posts
Showing posts with label chicken. Show all posts

Monday, November 3, 2025

Friday, October 31, 2025

Your Guide to Rotisserie Chicken: Meals, Storage, and More

 


Rotisserie chicken has become a convenient and economical way to quickly prepare delicious meals.  It is widely available at grocery stores.  You can also make roasted chicken at home.  A good idea is to set time aside to make a couple of roasted chickens to have ready as needed.  Make them, cut them up and freeze them is a smart thing to do.

Check out Mary Hunt's informative article on everything you need to know about rotisserie chickens from her blog Everyday Cheapsake.  

Click here to go to the article.  While you are on her blog, subscribe to her newsletter . . . you will be glad you did.  I've been subscribed for many years and is one of my favorite blogs.



Friday, October 24, 2025

9 Chicken Casseroles



Many of these recipes are chicken-a-la-kingish and since that is one of my favorite meals, I can't wait to try some of these recipes.

If you like these recipes, consider subscribing to Jennifer's You Tube Channel, Cook Clean Repeat . . . you will love it.  It is one of my favorites and I highly recommend it!




Thursday, October 23, 2025

13 Ways to Use Crescent Roll Dough (Chicken Dumplings, Donuts & More) |

 


Nicole has several videos on YouTube about using Crescent Roll Dough and Pizza Dough that are fast and easy, but more importantly, they look delicious.  I plan on trying them soon since it looks like it will be easy to adapt to cooking for one person.

I have subscribed to her YouTube Channel and love most of those recipes.  Subscribe here.

https://www.allrecipes.com



Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Farmhouse Chicken Cornbread Casserole

 

By: Blair Lonergan from The Seasoned Mom



Watch How to Make It




Click here for this delicious recipe featuring chicken and cornbread from The Seasoned Mom.







Thursday, February 22, 2024

Skinny Rotisserie Chicken and Grits Casserole

 




I have never put cream cheese in grits, but it sounds like a good idea to try.  

I'm not convinced about bbq sauce for a garnish!



Source: https://www.theseasonedmom.com/skinny-rotisserie-chicken-grits-casserole/


Ingredients

  • 2 cups 1% low-fat milk
  • ¾ cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup 2 ounces finely-grated Cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter 
  • 3 ounces 1/3-less-fat cream cheese
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 ½ cups about 9 ounces diced rotisserie chicken
  • ¼ cup barbecue sauce
  • Sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Spray an 11-inch by 7-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.

    Combine milk and broth in a medium heavy saucepan; bring to a boil. Gradually add grits and salt to pan, stirring constantly with a whisk.

      Cook for 5 minutes, or until thick, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in Cheddar, butter, and cream cheese until smooth.

      Stir in egg whites and chicken.

        Spoon mixture into prepared baking dish.

          Bake at 375 degrees for 25 minutes, or until set.

            Just before serving, drizzle with barbecue sauce and garnish with green onions.


            Wednesday, February 21, 2024

            Homemade Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplings

             


            The perfect comfort food that comes from Cracker Barrel Restaurant, one of my favorites.  I've had this dish many times at the restaurant.  It will be awesome to make it myself.

            Click here for the source recipe page with more photos and complete description from the website All Free Copycat Recipes.



            Ingredients


            • For the Chicken Stock:
            • 1 chicken, whole or cut up
            • 3 carrots, peeled and cut in half
            • 4 stalks of celery, cut in half
            • 1 onion, peeled and cut in half
            • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
            • 2 teaspoons dried sage
            • Salt and pepper to taste
            •  
            • For the Dumplings:
            • 2 cups flour
            • 1 teaspoon baking powder
            • 1 teaspoon salt
            • 3 tablespoons crisco
            • 3/4 cup milk
            •  
            • 2 carrots, chopped (optional)
            • 2 stalks of celery, chopped (optional)
            • 1 small onion
            • 2 teaspoon dried sage
                   Salt and pepper to taste


            To Make the Chicken Stock:

            Place all ingredients for the chicken stock in a large stock pot. Fill with water until all the ingredients are covered.

            Bring the ingredients to a light simmer and let simmer over low heat for about 2 hours. Then remove the pieces of chicken and set aside. 

            Strain the rest of the stock, discarding all the vegetables.

            After the chicken cools, cut it into pieces or shred it, depending on how you like your chicken and dumplings.


            To Make the Dumplings:

            Mix together all of the dumpling ingredients in a mixing bowl until they come together and form a ball. 

            Add more flour if dough is too sticky and more milk if dough is too dry.

            Place the ball of dough on a floured surface. 

            Knead a few times until smooth. 

            Roll out the dough with a rolling pin until it is about 1/8 inch thick.

            Cut the rolled out dough into slices, then smaller bite-sized pieces. These will be your dumplings.


            To Assemble:

            Heat the remaining ingredients in a large pot with 6 cups of the strained stock. 

            Add the reserved chicken. 

            Add more water if the ingredients are not covered. Bring to a boil.Put the heat on low and add the cut-up dumplings.

            Simmer on low for 30 minutes or until dumplings are cooked through and the broth has thickened.

            If the broth is not thick enough, create a slurry by mixing together 1 teaspoon of flour and a 1/4 cup water in a small bowl. Then whisk into the broth and let simmer an additional 5 minutes.

            Tuesday, February 20, 2024

            Buffalo Chicken Alfredo Bake

             

            Photo Source:  Back For Seconds - Recipes You Can't Resist


            Quick and easy . . . looks delicious!

            Another recipe using rotisserie chicken and great for freezing.

            Check out Stephanie's blog for the recipe: 







            Monday, February 19, 2024

            Honey Garlic Chicken

             



            Honey Garlic Chicken is a must-have recipe in my opinion.  

            Find this recipe and more at:





            Sunday, February 18, 2024

            Teriyaki Chicken & Rice

             

            Photo source: www.whilehewasnapping.com

            This is one of those recipes that calls for the cook's judgment in amounts of some of the ingredients.  For example, the chicken.  I would buy a rotisserie chicken and cut up an appropriate amount for the amount of rice you will be making.  

            In my opinion, I would not cook everything together.  Cut up rotisserie chicken, make a pot of rice and make the sauce, then assemble all together. 

            Just my opinion!  It sounds delicious and I can't wait to make it.



            Source: https://www.whilehewasnapping.com/2011/03/20-minute-teriyaki-chicken-rice/



            Ingredients:

            Pre-cooked Chicken  
            Rice
            1/4 cup Brown Sugar
            1/4 cup Soy Sauce
            3 Tbsp of Ketchup
            1/4 cup water

            Directions:

            In a bowl, mix brown sugar, soy sauce, water and ketchup.  Stir until well blended.  Set aside.  

            Measure out enough rice to feed your family and measure out the correct amount of liquid for your rice.
              

            I should have almost a cup of teriyaki sauce mixed in my bowl.  I will then need approximately 3 more cups of water.  If you want a stronger teriyaki flavor simply increase the amount of sauce you prepare and decrease the extra water accordingly.  

            Pour the teriyaki sauce in the rice cooker.  Add the extra water.  

            Dice the chicken and dump it in the cooker as well.  Set the cooker to cook and walk away.  Serve when the switch flips from “cook” to “warm”, at least that’s what mine does.  I usually serve it with steamed veggies or mix the veggies right in.  

            Super simple and prep time is like ten minutes max.


            Sesame Chicken Potstickers

             

            Photo Source: damndelicious.net

            Love Asian food!  I've never made potstickers and look forward to giving it a try.

            This is another recipe that is perfect for making a batch and putting some in the freezer for another meal if you are cooking for one or two.

            Click here to go to the recipe source page.  Check out the rest of damndelicious.net recipes, this website is outstanding and must not be missed.



            Wednesday, February 14, 2024

            Chicken Enchilada Casserole Recipes

             


            Here are links to more than just one more chicken recipe.  

            If you love enchiladas, this post is for you!

            Yes, I love chicken.




            Chicken Enchilada Casseroles

            • 4-Ingredient Chicken Enchilada Casserole  - The 4-Ingredient Chicken Enchilada Casserole recipe is a great choice for a quick and easy Mexican chicken casserole. While it's easy to make, it's also easy on your budget.
               
            • Smothered Chicken Enchilada Bake - Chicken enchiladas are wonderful any day of the week. Take this Smothered Chicken Enchilada Bake for a test drive on the day of your choosing.
               
            • Cheesy Mexican Chicken Casserole - This Cheesy Mexican Chicken Casserole Recipe incorporates three kinds of cheese and green chillies. It's not only colorful, but packed with flavor!
               
            • "Layered" Chicken Enchiladas - If you are in the mood for chicken, try "Layered" Chicken Enchiladas. This Mexican casserole is made in layers like lasagna.
               
            • Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Casserole - Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Casserole redefines the enchilada casserole. The crumbly, cheesy tortilla crust may just be the best part.
               
            • Easy Chicken Enchilada Bake - Easy Chicken Enchilada Bake is one of the tastiest recipes for chicken enchilada casserole. You can throw it together quickly, so it makes for a great weeknight meal.

             

            Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Recipes

            • 5-Ingredient Chicken Enchilada Casserole (shown) - This 5-Ingredient Chicken Enchilada Casserole is a very zesty meal! This slow cooker casserole calls for red enchilada sauce, boneless chicken breast, olives and Cheddar cheese, with a bottom layer of tortillas.
               
            • Slow Cooker Cornbread Chicken Enchiladas - This Mexican enchilada casserole has got it all: an enchilada base and a cornbread topping. You can't pass up chicken enchilada casserole recipes like this one.
               
            • Chicken Enchilada Slow Cooker Casserole - This Chicken Enchilada Slow Cooker Casserole is a colorful and tasty chicken enchilada casserole recipe, made with chicken, sour cream, salsa, tortillas, olives and other delicious ingredients.

             

            Chicken Enchilada Recipes

            • Chicken and Chile Enchiladas - Made with roasted chicken, fresh spices, diced green chili peppers, sour cream and cheese, this Mexican enchilada casserole is spicy and delicious.
               
            • Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas with Black Beans - Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas With Black Beans is sure to be satisfying. There's no chicken soup in sight, just fresh ingredients. This Mexican meal will really make you say, "Wow."
               
            • Skinny Chicken Enchiladas - If you're in search of low-fat Mexican casserole, this recipe for Skinny Chicken Enchiladas is a tasty option.
               
            • Creamy Chicken and Chile Enchiladas - This casserole is like one big enchilada that everyone will enjoy. Topped with green chili peppers, this enchilada casserole really has a kick to it.
               
            • Chicken Enchilada with Avocado Cream Sauce (shown) - This Chicken Enchilada with Avocado Cream Sauce is a great way to spice up any meal. The creamy avocado sauce is so delicious and tastes like it could be served in a four star restaurant.
               
            • Chicken, White Bean, and Chorizo Enchiladas - This is an incredible chicken enchilada casserole recipe that is so easy to make at home.
               
            • Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas - Filled with cheese and moist chicken, this chicken enchilada recipe is a must-have for your dinner menu. By using cans of already made green chili sauce, you cut out time from cooking without cutting the flavor.
               
            • Chicken and Spinach Enchiladas Verdes - Take a break from your run-of-the-mill recipes for chicken enchilada casserole by making recipes for chicken enchilada casserole with spinach!
               
            • Daring Chicken Enchiladas - Daring Chicken Enchiladas is one of the spicier recipes for chicken enchilada casserole because it is made with chili peppers and poblano peppers. 
            SOURCE:  https://www.allfreecasserolerecipes.com/ 


            AND MORE!





            Monday, March 4, 2019

            Potato Chip Chicken Tenders




            I watched this episode of The Kitchen on the Food Channel with great delight as I could see so many variations using this recipe.  Links are listed at the end of the recipe.

            The crispiness of the finished chicken was especially of interest to me.  Can't wait to try them!








            Ingredients:

            1 quart (4 cups) vegetable oil, for frying

            1 pound chicken tenders

            Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper

            1 cup potato flakes

            1 cup wavy potato chips, crushed

            1 cup all-purpose flour

            4 large eggs, beaten



            Directions:

            Put the oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet fitted with a deep-frying thermometer. Heat over medium heat until it reaches 350 degrees F.

            Season the chicken with salt and pepper. 

            Mix the potato flakes and crushed chips together in a shallow dish. 

            In a second shallow dish, mix the flour and some salt and pepper. 

            Add the eggs to a third shallow dish. 

            Dredge the chicken tenders on all sides first in the seasoned flour. Shake to remove any excess flour, then dip into the egg. Allow the egg to drip off. Dredge in the potato mixture until evenly coated.

            Carefully add the chicken tenders to the hot oil and cook until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a cooling rack over a paper towel-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with more salt and serve warm.

            RECIPE COURTESY OF GEOFFREY ZAKARIAN

            Show: The Kitchen
            Episode: Cook Smart

            Thursday, January 26, 2017

            Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tots Casserole




            This recipe sounds and looks delicious and easy!



            Ingredients

            1 teaspoon vegetable oil

            1/2 cup chopped onion 
            1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
            1 cup sour cream
            1/2 cup milk
            2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese blend (8 oz)
            1 package (1 oz) ranch dressing & seasoning mix
            1/4 teaspoon black pepper
            3 cups shredded cooked chicken
            1 bag (32 oz) Ore-Ida™ Tater Tots™ frozen potatoes
            1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon 
            1/2 cup chopped tomatoes 
            1/4 cup sliced green onions




            Directions


            Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.

            Heat oil over medium heat in nonstick skillet (8- or 10-inch). Cook onion in oil, stirring occasionally, until tender (3 to 5 minutes).

            In medium bowl, combine and stir onion, condensed soup, sour cream, milk, 1 cup of the cheese, 2 tablespoons of the dressing mix and the black pepper until mixed well.  Stir in chicken.

            Place half of the frozen potatoes in single layer on bottom of baking dish. 

            Spoon and spread chicken mixture on top of potatoes and sprinkle 1/4 cup of the bacon on top.

            In large resealable food-storage plastic bag, add remaining potatoes with remaining dressing mix.  Seal and shake bag to coat.  Arrange on top of casserole.

            Bake 40 minutes; top casserole with remaining 1 cup cheese and 1/4 cup bacon.

            Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and potatoes are lightly browned. Top with tomatoes and green onions.


            Sunday, November 6, 2016

            Buffalo Chicken Salad



            Looks delicious . . . a salad version of Buffalo Chicken Wings.

            Ellie’s Real Good Food is one of my new favorite cooking shows.  When I watched the episode that included this buffalo chicken salad, I had to save it so I can make it in the future.







            Ingredients

              • 4 cups chopped, cooked chicken breast
              • ⅓ cup nonfat or low-fat Greek yogurt
              • 2 ½ tablespoons mayonnaise
              • 3 tablespoons cayenne pepper sauce, preferably Frank’s Red Hot
              • 6 celery stalks from the tenderer, inner part of the bunch, cut thinly on the bias, with leaves (4 cups)
              • 2 large scallions, while and green parts, thinly sliced

            For serving:

              • 1 head of Romaine lettuce
              • 1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
              • Additional cayenne pepper sauce, to taste



            Directions

            In a large bowl, combine 
            yogurt, mayonnaise, and hot sauce.


            Stir in chicken, celery, and scallions . . . toss to combine. 

            Salad may be refrigerated.

            Serve over a bed of whole Romaine lettuce leaves, garnished with the blue cheese and additional hot sauce if desired.



            Makes 6 servings

            Serving size: 1 1/3 cup salad and 3-4 lettuce leaves




            Per serving: Calories 300; Total Fat 13g (Mono Fat 5.1g, Poly Fat 2.4g, Sat Fat 2.6g); Protein 38g; Carb 7g; Fiber 3g; Cholesterol 120mg; Sodium 550mg




            Source




            Sunday, July 31, 2016

            Slow Cooker Garlic Chicken



            Love this type of recipe where you can throw everything together and forget about it, leaving a delicious aroma as it cooks.

            Many who reviewed this recipe were concerned about the lack of liquid and added chicken broth or salad dressing.  I would agree that adding a little chicken broth isn't a bad idea . . . neither is adding more onion and some fresh chunky sliced mushrooms. 

            During the end step in the oven (I would use a normal oven temperature like 350 instead of broiling), I would take some of the juices and make a gravy.  I'd also use boneless skinless chicken breasts or tenderloins which is my personal preference.  Use what you like and adjust the recipe accordingly.  

            This recipe, from the Betty Crocker website, would be a great one for a beginner cook to try out and impress your guests who will think you worked in the kitchen cooking for hours.






            Ingredients

            1 large onion, halved, cut into thin slices 

            1 tablespoon chopped garlic
            1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
            1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
            1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
            1 teaspoon salt
            1/2 teaspoon pepper
            1 cut-up whole chicken (3 1/2 to 4 lb)



            Directions
            Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray and place onion and garlic in slow cooker.
            Mix thyme, basil, oregano, salt and pepper in a small bowl and rub each piece of chicken with the herb mixture. 

            Arrange chicken pieces over onion and garlic.
            Cover and cook on High heat setting 3 hours 30 minutes (or Low heat setting 6 to 7 hours) or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest pieces are cut to bone (at least 165°F).
            Set oven control to broil and line broiler pan or cookie sheet with foil.  Place chicken skin side up on pan. 

            Broil with tops 6 inches from heat 4 to 6 minutes or until golden brown.