Deciding between hardware cloth and chicken wire for your chicken coop needs? This article breaks down the advantages and disadvantages of each to help you make the best choice for your backyard chickens. When it comes to safeguarding your feathered friends from predators, relying on chicken wire or poultry netting is a logical choice. After … Read more
Learn what to serve with chicken pot pie, and all the fantastic side dishes you can choose from to serve a complete meal!. Homemade chicken pot pie is the main dish that works as a complete meal by itself. But if you’re having people over for dinner, you might want to serve a simple side … Read more
Hey there, fellow spicy food lovers! I’ve been on a bit of a hot chicken kick lately, and Dave’s Hot Chicken has become my go-to spot for satisfying those cravings But as someone who’s trying to keep an eye on my calorie intake (while still enjoying life’s pleasures!), I wanted to dig into exactly how … Read more
Hey there, sandwich lovers! Ever wonder just how much of a calorie punch that tasty chicken salad sandwich is packing? You know, the kind with a hearty 5 ounces of chicken salad slathered with mayo, sittin’ pretty on 3 ounces of bread Well, we’re diving deep into this delicious dilemma today at our lil’ blog … Read more
Ever found yourself staring at that aromatic plate of chicken tikka masala with rice, wondering exactly what damage it’s gonna do to your daily calorie count? I’ve been there too! As someone who absolutely LOVES Indian food but also tries to keep track of my nutrition (most days anyway!) I wanted to share everything I’ve … Read more
BALTIMORE — To many people, Frank Perdue looked as if he was born to sell chickens. But it wasn’t until he was in TV ads that his dad’s backyard egg business quickly turned into one of the biggest chicken businesses in the world. Perdue, who became famous for his folksy television pitch “It takes a … Read more
This is the type of gluten-free cream of chicken soup that you can enjoy in a bowl, not just as a condensed replacement for your usual can. The soup is creamy and thick without being heavy or gluey even though the recipe doesn’t call for dairy. This is because it is made with only whole … Read more
Every culture has a dish or two that are mainstays of their kitchen. India has curry and dal. Mexico has mole and tamales. Germany has a pantheon of sausages. And Jamaica has Jerk: jerk chicken, jerk goat, jerk pork. If there’s a dish more iconically Jamaican, it’s hard to think of. The method and the … Read more
This is the best recipe you’ll ever find for Crispy Italian Breaded Chicken Cutlets! Thin slices of chicken breast are coated with a homemade seasoned breadcrumb mixture and then fried in extra virgin olive oil until they are golden brown and crispy. In New Jersey, breaded chicken cutlets from Italy are a common dish. This … Read more
Egg-eating hens can be a frustrating and costly problem for backyard chicken keepers. Once a hen discovers that eggs are a tasty snack, the behavior can quickly spread through the flock. Understanding why hens start eating eggs—and taking swift, practical steps to stop it—is key to protecting your daily harvest. In this article, we’ll explore … Read more