Chicken Recipes

As the need for reduced food waste becomes more and more integral, foods that offer versatility and recipe opportunities are ideal. The humble chicken sits at the heart of many cuisines, dishes, and can be cooked in a range of ways. Explore the diverse cuts of chicken to elevate your culinary creations:

• Whole Chicken: Whole chickens allow for a range of cooking methods. Roasting a whole chicken can result in a juicy and flavorful centerpiece for a family meal. It can also be cut into portions for grilling, braising, or baking.

• Chicken Breast: Chicken breasts are lean and tender cuts of meat. They are popular for quick and easy meals, such as grilling, pan-frying, or baking and can be used in salads, stir-fries, sandwiches, or as the main protein in a range of dishes.

• Chicken Thighs: Chicken thighs are slightly fattier and more flavorful compared to chicken breasts. They are excellent for dishes that benefit from longer cooking times, such as stews, curries, or slow-cooked meals and can be cooked with the bone in or boneless, skin-on or skinless.

Not only is chicken a versatile ingredient in Western cooking, but cuisines around the world crown this source of protein with herbs, spices, flavors, and combos that bring their traditional cuisines to life. Explore the globe through these well-known chicken dishes that should definitely be on your recipe bucket list:

Butter Chicken (India): Indulge in the creamy and flavorful Indian dish featuring marinated chicken cooked in a spiced tomato-based sauce. It's often served with naan bread or rice.

Chicken Parmigiana (Italy): Savor the classic Italian delight consisting of breaded and fried chicken cutlets, topped with tomato sauce, melted cheese (typically mozzarella), and often served with pasta.

Coq au Vin (France): Transport your taste buds to France with this traditional dish where chicken is braised in red wine, typically with mushrooms, onions, and bacon, resulting in a rich and hearty stew-like meal.

Chicken Shawarma (Middle East): Experience the Middle Eastern flavors with marinated chicken roasted on a vertical spit, sliced thinly, and served in a wrap or pita bread with various toppings and sauces.