Saturday, December 13, 2008

chicken fried steak recipes

Chicken is one of the first things I think about when I think of a backyard barbecue. Chicken is a really popular choice for grilling and barbecue. When prepared right, chicken is a good, healthy alternative to beef.

Buying and Cooking your own chicken at home can be fun and rewarding. Here are some easy and quick tips for you to keep in mind as you get going...

* Wait until the chicken is tender and moist before adding any sauces.

* Marinating gives flavors to your meat, it is composed of seasoning, acid and oil.

* Prepare your grill by rubbing it down with oil before you grill so that the meat doesn't stick to it.

* If you're having more than a few guests, ask each one to bring a dish.

Friday, December 12, 2008

chicken stew recipes

Grilling is a fun thing to do, it's a good way to get family and friends together. If you want you can even let other people help out with the grilling, since there is enough room for anyone who wants to. It is also a great way to get friends together for a great time.

Remember these easy tips with buying and cooking chicken...

* Prepare your grill by rubbing it down with oil before you grill so that the meat doesn't stick to it.

* It is better to marinate meat with a big surface area because it can easily absorb the marinade.

* Check the temperature of the fire before cooking food to prevent over- or under-cooking.

* When marinating the meat, turn it several times and it is preferred to be put in the refrigerator.

* To decrease heat, raise the cooking grid or sprinkle coals with a little water.

* Wait until the chicken is tender and moist before adding any sauces.

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

chicken alfredo recipes

Food cooks in minutes when placed directly over high heat because the intense temperature browns the outside, concentrating the flavors in a caramelized crust while cooking the inside by heat conduction. The high heat produces foods with a smoky flavor. Direct grilling works best with foods that are tender, small or thin, and cook quickly, such as steaks, burgers, kabobs, hot dogs, boneless poultry, fish, and most vegetables.

There are many cooking methods, here are some tips on how to make your meals rise up and taste great.

* Grilling marinated chicken can really give you a perfect meal.

* If you are marinating a large size of meats, longer time is required for it to absorb the flavor.

* Grilling marinated chicken is good way to have a delicious meal.

* Plan your menu, but keep it simple.

* Without a proper fire, you can not expect great results.

* To keep the chicken moist, apply an apple juice while cooking.

* Wait until the chicken is tender and moist before adding any sauces.

Friday, December 5, 2008

chicken and dumpling recipes

One of the basic ingredients for any low carb diet is grilled chicken. Easy to make, simple to customize, you can grill a boneless chicken breast just about any time of year for a quick and tasty meal. It is low carb, and low fat too.

Remember these easy tips with buying and cooking chicken...

* Allow food to thaw to room temperature before grilling for added tenderness and flavor, but don't let food sit un-refrigerated longer than 20 to 30 minutes to prevent bacteria growth.

* If flare-ups occur, remove the food for a few moments and sprinkle water lightly over the flames, or smother them by covering the grill.

* To decrease heat, raise the cooking grid or sprinkle coals with a little water.

* Plan your menu, but keep it simple.

* Keep an instant read thermometer near the grill for a quick way of checking when your chicken is done.

* Use a meat thermometer.

* Start with a clean grill. Removing old ashes assures good air circulation, and cleaning away any cooked- on bits of food results in better flavor and quality.

Thursday, December 4, 2008

apple chicken recipes

Chicken is one of my favorite meats to cook because it is low in fat, high in protein, and if it is cooked properly, it will definitely be a crowd pleaser. There are many different recipes for grilling and smoking chicken. I really enjoy cooking chicken and I do on a weekly basis, it is easy and tastes great.

Grilling is an art, burnt burgers, steaks and raw chicken are all some of the common grilling mistakes. Chicken seems to be one of the more difficult meats to grill. Rather than risk sending your guests running for the door or politely eating around the burnt parts, here are a few tips for perfectly cooked barbeque chicken.

* Minimize fat drips into the grill, which causes flare ups.

* It is also important to refrigerate leftovers from grilling promptly. Don't leave them on the counter top, at room temperature, for very long after you have finished eating.

* Before you can really serve up a tasty poultry dish the right way, you need a few tips for grilling chicken.

* If you have a hard time in telling whether your chicken is almost cooked, you could purchase a meat thermometer.

* Keep the meat refrigerated until you are ready to put it on the grill.

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

breaded chicken recipes

Chicken is our nations most popular meat however when it comes to the barbecue it's probably less popular because people are more concerned to ensure that the meat is properly cooked. I've known some even to pre-cook chicken in the microwave first but this really isn't necessary.

These easy tips should give confidence to prepare chicken dinners at home. Chicken is a delicious source of protein and should be included regularly in a healthy diet.

* Grilling marinated chicken is good way to have a delicious meal.

* To keep the chicken moist, apply an apple juice while cooking.

* Grilling marinated chicken is the main reason why our meats produce some very nice flavors and it makes our meats juicier.

* When grilling, aromatic woods, such as hickory, mesquite or cherry, can be added to the preheated coals to give the chicken a distinctive flavor.

Monday, December 1, 2008

rotisserie chicken recipes

Foods and meats are cooked on the grill with either direct or indirect heat. Once you master the techniques, you can grill almost any kind of meat, poultry, or fish, plus an amazing array of vegetables, appetizers, and baked items.

Here are a few tips to help you get started:

* If you have a hard time in telling whether your chicken is almost cooked, you could purchase a meat thermometer.

* Chicken should be well-done. If you don't want to take the usual time it takes, cook your chicken partially in the microwave and then finish it on the grill.

* It is also important to refrigerate leftovers from grilling promptly. Don't leave them on the counter top, at room temperature, for very long after you have finished eating.

* Plan your menu, but keep it simple.