Why Do You Soak Fried Chicken in Buttermilk? It is common for cooks and restaurants to soak fried chicken in buttermilk before cooking it. But why is this done? What does the buttermilk do to the chicken that makes it worth the extra step? Soaking chicken in buttermilk makes fried chicken better for a number … Read more
This Vietnamese turmeric chicken has become a staple in my weeknight dinner rotation. Inspired by Cha Ca (Vietnamese turmeric fish), chicken thighs are marinated in fish sauce and turmeric and then cooked with fresh dill and other aromatics for the ultimate flavor bomb. Serve with rice and veggies for the perfect weeknight meal. I love … Read more
Whether you need a refresher or a full-on tutorial, this chicken grilling primer will help you hone your technique. Perdue Farms’ Executive Chef Chris Moyer, CEC,CRC, walks you step by step through the grilling process, from properly seasoning your gas grill and marinating chicken for grilling to cooking up moist, juicy and delicious chicken breasts, … Read more
Here’s what you can serve with sweet and sour chicken to make a lunch or dinner that tastes as good as any takeout. I’ve got everything you need, from classics like fried rice or lo mein to sides like sweet potato sushi. Pick a few of these recipes and make your perfect plate!. Sweet and … Read more
Chicken fried steak is a favorite comfort food for many people in the south and around the world. People often wonder about the dish’s strange name—if it’s chicken fried, then why is it made with steak? What is the meat in chicken fried steak called? I’m here to answer these questions. A Brief History of … Read more
In the past few years, sweet Italian chicken sausage has become more and more popular. Many home cooks and restaurants use it all the time because it tastes great and can be used in many ways. So what exactly goes into making this tasty sausage? Let’s take a closer look at the flavors that make … Read more
Cooking chicken thighs can seem intimidating for home cooks. You can make juicy chicken thighs with crispy skin just like famous chef Emeril Lagasse if you know how and have the right tools. I’ll show you how to prepare and cook chicken thighs the way Emeril does in this article, so you can make this … Read more
Whether you’re grilling, baking, or frying, this All-Purpose Chicken Seasoning made with various spices adds perfect flavor. While Carrabba’s Grill Seasoning is my favorite for steak, this is the best for chicken. It is so easy to make; it takes 5 minutes. Make a large batch and keep it on hand. Enjoy this Chicken Seasoning … Read more
This Chicken Seasoning is a simple way to add the best flavor to chicken! You can mix up this easy rub recipe in just minutes, using ingredients that you probably have in your kitchen. Chicken recipes are a dinner time staple, and a good chicken seasoning or chicken marinade makes all the difference when it … Read more
It’s interesting to think about how orange chicken got to America. It used to be a citrus-flavored chicken stir-fry, but something changed along the way that made it the crispy, sweet, and flavorful dish we CRAVE every time we go to a Chinese restaurant. People in the United States love orange chicken more than any … Read more