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Crispy Chicken

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Crispy fried chicken is one of those foods that makes everyone hungry . It so tasty...I experimented for many years before developing this recipe .It's bits and pieces of hints I had heard over the years .I had many compliments on this chicken .Most of this chicken is dependent on your own taste .It's more a matter of preparation and cooking method . Ingredients makes 8  4  tbsp olive oil 4 tbsp plain flour 200 ml milk 115 g cooked chicken ,ground 1 tbsp chopped fresh flat leaf    parsley,plus extra sprigs     to garnish small pinch of freshly     grated nutmeg 1 egg , beaten 55 g /2 oz day - old white     breadcrumbs corn oil,for deep frying salt and pepper garlic mayonnaise , to serve                   method 1 . Heat the olive oil in a saucepan. Stir in the flour to form a paste and cook gently for 1 minutes , stirring constantly .Gradually stir in th...

Sweet and Sour Chicken

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      Easy and delicious sweet and sour chicken recipe that calls for chicken and sweet and sour sauce .I am excited to share this enjoy recipe because it was so good ! Let get started ... Ingredients Serves 4-6 450 g lean chicken meat,cubed 5 tbsp vegetable or peanut oil 1/2 minced garlic 1/2 tsp finely chopped fresh ginger 1 green pepper, coarsely chopped 1 onion, coarsely chopped 1 carrot finely sliced 1 tsp sesame oil 1 tbsp finely chopped spring onion freshly cooked rice, to serve marinade 2 tsp light soy sauce pinch of white pepper                            1 tsp salt dash of sesame oil sauce 4 tbsp sugar 2 tsp light soy sauce 6 tbsp tomato ketchup             method 1 . Place all the marinade ingredients in a bowl and marinate the chicken pieces for at least 20 minutes . 2 .To prepare the sauce , heat  the sugar ,light soy sauce ,and t...

Roasted Chicken with Sun Blush Tomato Pesto

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         Looking for an easy Roasted chicken with Sun Blush Tomato Pesto recipe? Learn how to make this enjoy recipe using healthy ingredients .A healthy medley of sun blush tomatoes and pine nut make this chicken second helping worthy for any ages .This Spanish chicken dish is an easy as it is attractive , with bright red sun dried tomatoes and green basil . Garlic and sun dried tomatoes are sauteed together and mixed with chicken breasts, then sprinkled with toasted pine nuts . Serve with rustic bread or home fried potatoes . Ingredients Serves 4 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast    about 800 g 3 garlics 1/4 cup fresh basil 1 tbsp olive oil salt and pepper 2 tbsp pine nut , lightly toasted,    to garnish pesto 125 g sun blush tomatoes     in oil (drained weight),     chopped 2 garlic cloves ,crushed 4 tbsp pine nuts, lightly toasted 150 g extra virgin olive oil method 1 .To make the red pesto , ...

Special Chicken biryani

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            Making a good chicken biryani is just very simple and this recipe is perfect for a home preparation .This is easier then any dum biryani since it needs no sauteing of spices or meat .Just mix all the ingredients and cook on a slow dum process ,trapping the steam to retain the aroma .             To get an authentic flavor and taste , do use all the mentioned ingredients and if desired can substitute ghee for oil .   Ingredients Serves 5 12/2 tsp fresh ginger ,chopped 11/2 crushed fresh garlic 1 tsp chilly powder 11/2 tsp green turmeric 2 tsp salt 5 cardamom pods , crushed 300 ml plain yogurt 1-5 chicken , cut into pieces 150 ml milk  1 tsp saffron threads  6 tsp ghee 2 onions,sliced 450 g Basmati rice 2 cinnamon sticks  4 black peppercorns 1 tsp black cumin seeds  4 fresh green chillies 4 tbsp lemon juice  2-3 tbsp finely chopped fresh coriander leaves Method ...

Bang Bang Chicken

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 Bang bang chicken was traditionally served in China by street vendors in the Hanyang district who sold cold , cooked chicken drizzled with a spicy sauce as a snack  .The recipe was named bang bang chicken b ecause of the batons that were used to hammer the cleaver blades that loosed the chicken fibres for shredding .    Easy and healthy bang bang chicken recipe for you to cook a great meal for family or guests .Try this delicious bang bang chicken today !   Ingredients                   Serves 4  350 g / 12 oz boneless , skinless      chicken meat few drops of sesame oil  2 tbsp sesame paste 1 tbsp light soy sauce  1 tbsp chicken stock 1/2 tbsp salt  pinch of sugar 8 tbsp shredded lettuce leaves 1 tbsp sesame seeds, roasted     to serve            ...

Louisiana Chicken

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Ingredients Serves 4 5 tbsp corn oil 6 tbsp plain flour                                            4 chicken portions 1 onion, chopped 2 celery stalks , sliced 1 green pepper ,deseeded      and chopped 2 garlic cloves ,  finely chopped 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme 2 fresh red chillies, deseeded     and finely chopped 400 g canned     chopped tomatoes 300 ml chicken stalk salt and pepper lamb's lettuce and chopped   fresh thyme, to garnish Method 1 . Heat the oil in a large , heavy-based saucepan or flameproof casserole . Add the chicken and cook over medium heat , stirring ,for 5-10 minutes or until golden .Transfer the chicken to a plate with a perforated spoon . 2 . Stir the flour into the oil and ...

Chicken , Mushrooms & Cashew Nut Risotto

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Some of the best recipes are the simplest and cheapest .This is an easy , tasty and low cost recipe . It is one pot recipe that can easily be made in advance and reheated , or frozen in portions . It can be  adapted to what you have available.Make a dish everyone will love with this flavor some mushrooms , chicken and nut risotto . Ingredients Serves 4 55 g butter 1 onion, chopped 250 g skinless, boneless chicken breast,     diced 350 g  rice 1 tsp ground turmeric 1.4 litres chicken stock 75 g chestnut mushrooms , sliced 50 g cashews nut, halved salt and pepper wild rocket , fresh Parmesan    cheese shavings ,and fresh     basil leaves , to garnish method 1 .Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat . Add the onion and cook , stirring occasionally , for 5 minutes or until softened . Add the chicken and cook , stirring frequently , for a further 5 minutes . Reduce the heat , add the rice and mix to coat in but...

Fried Rice with Chicken Thai Style

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Fried rice is a good lunch dish, served with cucumber and a wedge of lime . Fried rice with chicken Thai style gets much of its unique flavor from the mix of chicken ,fish sauce ,soy sauce creamed and coconut milk .Enjoy with these two fried rice Thai style . Ingredients Serves 4                                                     225 g  jasmine rice 3 skinless , boneless chicken    breasts , cut into cubes 400 ml canned coconut milk 50 g  block creamed    coconut chopped 2-3 coriander roots , chopped thinly pared rind of 1 lemon 1 fresh green chilly ,deseeded    and chopped 3 fresh Thai basil leaves 1 tbsp Thai fish sauce  1 tbsp oil fresh chives and sprigs fresh   coriander , to garnish Method Cook the rice in boiling water for 12-15 minutes , drain well , then cool and chill overnight ....

Chicken Vermicelli Noodles Soup

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A fresh and fast chicken noodles soup . This chicken vermicelli noodles soup is great on a cool day . Ingredients Serves 4-6 2 skinless chicken breast 2 litres  water 1 onion, with skin left on ,cut in half 1 large garlic clove, cut in half 1 cm piece fresh ginger ,    peeled and sliced 4 black peppercorns  , lightly crushed 4 cloves 2 star anise 1 carrot, peeled 1 celery stalk , chopped 100 g baby corn , cut in half    length ways and chopped 2 spring onions , finely shredded  115 g dried rice vermicelli    noodles salt and pepper Method Put the chicken breasts and water in a saucepan over high heat and bring to the boil . Reduce the heat to its lowest setting and simmer  ,skimming the surface until no more foam rises . Add the onion , garlic , ginger, peppercorns , cloves , star anise and a pinch of salt and continue to simmer for 20 minutes , or until the chicken is tender and cooked through . Meanwhile , grat...

Chicken , Cheese & Rocket Salad

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  High in vitamin A and C , rocket leaves should be eaten when they're young , they should be smooth and hairless .When picked after flowering , the leaves tend to taste mustardy .This salad is perfect for a light lunch .                                                   Ingredients Serves 4 150 g rocket leaves 2 celery stalks ,trimmed and sliced 1/2 cucumber . sliced 2 springs onions , trimmed   and sliced 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley 25 g walnut pieces 150 g boneless roast   chicken , sliced 125 g freshly cheese , cubed handful of seedless red grapes,   cut in half (optional) salt and pepper dressing 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp Honey  1 tbsp chopped mixed herbs Method 1 . Wash the rocket leaves ...

Red Chicken Salad

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  Red chicken salad , fresh garden salad topped with hand seasoned and lovingly roasted chicken finished off with a balsamic dressing. Another delicious sounding Thai recipe .Easy and healthy , prep time does not include overnight refrigeration time.   Ingredients Serves 4 4 boneless chicken breasts 2 tbsp red curry paste 2 tbsp vegetable or peanut oil 1 cabbage , scredded 175 g pak choi , torn into    large pieces 1/2 savoy cabbage , scredded 2 shallots , chopped finely 2 garlic cloves , crushed 1 tbsp lemon juice 2 tbsp sweet chilli sauce 2 tbsp Thai soy sauce Method 1 . Slash and flesh of the chicken several times and rub the curry paste into each cut . Cover and chill overnight . 2 .Cook in a heavy based saucepan over medium heat or on a griddle pan for 5-6 minutes , turning once or twice ,until cooked through . Keep warm . 3 . Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a wok or large frying pan and stir fry the cabbage , pak choi and savoy cabbage ...

Chicken breast with Pak Choi & Broccoli

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The chicken breast is one of the most nutritious and best -tasting parts of the chicken . A chicken breast is full of protein while being low in carbohydrates and fat .Depending on the way it is cooked , chicken breast can also be low in calories while providing many of the vitamins and other nutrients you need every day . Benefits of broccoli powerful antioxidant : Of all the cruciferous vegetables , broccoli stands out as the most concentrated source of vitamin C , plus the flavonoids necessary for vitamin C to recycle effectively .Also concentrated in broccoli are the carotenoids lutein , zeaxanthin and beta- carotene , other powerful antioxidants . Bone health: Broccoli contains high levels of both calcium and vitamin K , both of which ore important for bone health and prevention of osteoporosis . Cholesterol reduction : Like many whole foods , broccoli is packed with soluble fiber that draws cholesterol out of your body .It is a good carb and is high in fiber , which ai...

Thai Green Chicken Curry

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      If you are a fan of Asian flavors than this fragrant Thai Chicken curry is the recipe for you . This curry is similar to a green curry and is a fantastic marriage of South East Asian ingredients flavors .This isn't a traditional Thai recipe but it certainly embrace Thai flavors as I used coconut milk , Thai fish sauce , limes and aubergine to flavor the delicious , savory sauce !       Thai chicken curry is delicious and easy green curry with chicken .Making green curry is so easy and takes only 20 minutes and much cheaper than eating out .Try it and you will be surprised just how easy it is .. Ingredients                                              Serves 4 2 tbsp groundnut or sunflower oil 2 tbsp Thai green curry paste ...

Fried Noodles with Chicken & Prawn

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                                                                                                                              After a busy day at work or with the family , the last thing most of us feel like spending hours preparing and cooking evening meal . Stir fried noodles with chicken and prawns shellfish have a natural affinity with both meat and poultry .This Thai style rec...

Chicken Wraps

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                                                    Want to learn how to make healthy chicken wrap ? Chicken wraps can be healthy or unhealthy - it all depends on how you make them , what extra ingredients you add and what type of diet you're following .Wraps are often lower in calories than 4 sandwich with the same filling , bur adding extra to your wrap can make them into a calorie packed lunch or dinner . Make dinner tonight a wrap .This classic wrap recipe has an original , yet delicious twist , which should fill the hungriest of appetites .Get the fast and delicious healthy chicken wrap here . Try this with : Spaghetty with parsley chicken - Louisiana Chicken Rice Pudding  for desserts . Ingredients   Serves 4                                   ...

Soy Chicken Wings

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These soy chicken wings  are delicious and can be served any day ,occasions and great for parties .The taste is absolutely savory ,sticky sweet and finger licking good . If you love chicken wings , you would like them . A soy sauce ,ginger ,garlic marinade does most of the work when preparing these wings ,which are pan fried in a thick honey butter glaze and garnished with sesame seeds . Ingredients                                                           Serves 3-4                                         250 g chicken wings , 250 ml water 1 tbsp sliced spring onion ...

Chicken Crostini

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Here is a quick and easy appetizer tasty and fun to make . Preparing these today for an afternoon barbecue I was assisted by my uncle . Try it for your self and be hooked !                                 Ingredients                                                    Serves 4                                12 slices of bread  4 tbsp olive oil 2 garlic cloves ,chopped fresh    oregano 100g / 3 oz cold roast chicken ,    cut into small , thin slices 4 tomatoes , sliced 12 th...

Roast Chicken Salad with Orange dressing

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Have you had your salad today ? Eating salad almost everyday may be one of the most healthy eating habits you can adopt - and one of the simplest , experts say . When on a picnic with family , it can be tempting to just reach for the chips and dessert , but its important to fill your self up with nutrients as well . Try this healthy roast chicken salad ...                            Ingredients Serves 4 250g/ 9 oz young spinach leaves handful of fresh parsley leaves 1/2 cucumber , thinly sliced 90 g / 3 oz walnuts, toasted    and chopped 350g / 12 oz boneless lean roast    chicken , thinly sliced  2 red apples  1 tbsp lemon juice fresh flat - leaf parsley sprigs ,   to garnish  orange wedges , to serve orange dressing 2 tbsp extra -virgin olive oil juice of 1 orange finely grated rind of 1/2 orange 1 tbsp sour cream Method 1 . Wash and drain the spinach ...

Chicken With Goat's Cheese & Basil

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Chicken -A staple in many kitchen. But sometimes , even the most tried and true chicken recipes get redundant or boring . This recipe is so easy and quick to make .   You can take a few chicken breasts , and with four main ingredients , have a meal 'refined ' enough for entertaining company , or as a quick and taste that even kids will love . Ingredients                          Serves 4  4 skinned chicken breast fillets 100 g  soft goat's cheese small bunch fresh basil 2 tbsp olive oil salt and pepper Method 1 . Using a sharp knife ,slit along one long edge of each chicken breast ,then carefully open out each breast to make a small pocket . Divide the cheese equally between the pockets and tuck three or four basil leaves in each . Close the openings and season the breasts with salt and pepper . 2 . Heat the oil in a frying pan , add the...