EASY CHICKEN DINNERS

All-In-One Summer Chicken

All-In-One Summer Chicken is inspired by the idea that you can add a selection of vegetables toh chicken portions then oven bake for a simple supper

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 50 Minutes
Asparagus and Chicken Stir

Asparagus and Chicken Stir has a unique flavour and wonderfully fresh texture. This recipe a must for all lovers of Asiatic foods.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Butter Chicken

Butter Chicken has been eaten in India for more than a thousand years and can be traced back to a restaurant called Moti Mahal in Delhi.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Chicken 65

The strangely named Chicken 65 is a dish from the southern state of Tamil Nadu, and there are various legends behind why it is called Chicken 65.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Chicken and Anchovy Pie

Chicken and Anchovy Pie is the ultimate in surprise "surf and turf" dishes. It's just so unexpected, yet the anchovies add another dimension.

Preparation: 35 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Chicken and Bacon Casserole

There is true culinary harmony between the combined flavours of poultry and bacon. This modest recipe makes the best use of that rapport.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Chicken and Pea Risotto

Chicken and Pea Risotto is a light and summery risotto recipe that can be rustled up in no time.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 35 Minutes
Chicken Biryani

Biryani is a set of rice-based foods made with spices, rice (usually basmati) and meat, fish, eggs or vegetables.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 45 Minutes
Chicken Caesar Salad

One of my favourite salads and one that I often request when dining out is Caesar Salad

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Chicken Casserole

A casserole is an easy way to cook since, once prepared, it almost looks after itself and leaves you free to prepare vegetables or desserts.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Chicken Chow Mein

In southern China from where this recipe originates, the words Chow Mein literally mean "stir-fried noodles" and it is a very popular dish worldwide.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Chicken in a Salt Crust - Poulet a l'ail en Croute de Sel

The French name for this is "Poulet a l'ail et aux Fines Herbes en croute de Sel Parfumée" - Chicken in Garlic and Herbs with a crust of Perfumed Salt

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Chicken Kiev

Chicken Kiev - created in Moscow Merchants' Club in the early 20th century and renamed Chicken Kiev in one of the Soviet restaurants in later years.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Chicken Korma

Chicken Korma is a beautifully tasty, mild and creamy Indian dish originating from South or Central Asia

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour
Chicken Liver and Mushrooms on Ciabatta

This Chicken Liver and Mushrooms on Ciabatta recipe takes the form of an open sandwich and is really delicious.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Chicken Lollipops

Chicken Lollipop derives its name from the way the chicken wings are cut and forced into the shape of a lollipop

Preparation: 25 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Chicken Pot Pie

An old fashioned, traditional Chicken Pot Pie, made from a whole chicken, freshly cut vegetables, and a flaky homemade crust.

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Chicken Satay

This recipe for Chicken Satay is intended as a main dish. Another recipe will show how you can do this as a starter or as part of an aperitif

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Chicken Sukka

Even though Chicken Sukka means "dry chicken", it is actually a creamy chicken recipe with delicious spices and flavours from South India.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Chicken with Garlic Cloves

You will no doubt be surprised to see that 25 cloves of garlic (about 4 complete heads of garlic) are used for Chicken with Garlic Cloves.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 35 Minutes
Chicken With Sesame Seeds

Chicken with Sesame Seeds relies on the use of various Chinese oils and sauces that are commonly available in good food stores and will keep for ages

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Chicken with Tarragon (Poulet à l'Estragon)

Chicken with Tarragon is one of the classic French ways to cook a chicken. Stupidly simple but plenty of taste and fragrance.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 45 Minutes
Chinese Chicken Salad

Chinese Chicken Salad is a truly delicious light meal or, using just half the amount of chicken, starter course.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Citrus Chicken Stew

Citrus Chicken Stew is a wonderful summer evening dish, full of flavour and delicate tastes.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Coq au Vin de Bourgogne (Chicken in Red Wine)

I've seen lots of different 'versions' of Coq au Vin de Bourgogne and most of them should have been ashamed to call themselves by that name!

Preparation: 25 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 15 Minutes
Creamy Chicken Soup

Creamy Chicken Soup answers the question of how to make good use of a whole chicken when only part of it has been used during a meal.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Easy Cook Chicken

This is the easiest way to cook a whole chicken. You will need a large pan or flameproof casserole dish big enough to contain the whole chicken.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 45 Minutes
Tandoori Chicken

The name Tandoori Chicken is derived from chicken baked in a clay oven named a "Tandoor". This oven originated in the northern Indian state of Punjab

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 45 Minutes
Hara Chicken (Green Chicken)

Hara Chicken (Green Chicken) is a chicken curry that derives its name from its colour, which it gets from the liberal use of coriander and mint leaves

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani

Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani is one of the most popular dishes in India. Chefs who can cook a good Kachi Biryani are considered to be very accomplished

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 40 Minutes
Lemon Chicken Portions

This very simple recipe produces a delightfully light and tangy chicken when you want something just a little different.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Victorian Chicken Pie

As the name suggests, Victorian Chicken Pie is based on an old recipe that was much favoured in rural England about 150 years ago.... tastes good too!

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour 20 Minutes
Chicken Tikka

Chicken Tikka originates from the northern part of India and is not just popular in India but worldwide. Easy both on the palate and the pocket

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Grilled Chicken Portions

An unpretentious way to cook chicken, but quick and easy! This is the basic technique for grill roasted chicken. It's my favorite way to cook chicken.

Preparation: 3 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Muriel's Chicken Pot Pie

Muriel's Chicken Pot Pie> is named after my charming daughter-in-law who is so darned inventive with food that they have to pay me to stay away!

Preparation: 30 Minutes
Cooking: 55 Minutes
Paella

Paella is the celebrated Spanish dish that actually varies in Spain, region to region. For that reason, the ingredients can be changed to suit.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 1 Hour
Panzanella

Panzanella is a dish with its origins in the Tuscany region of Italy. Some of the best dishes in the world have their origins in peasant cooking.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: NIL
Pepper Chicken Chettinad

Pepper Chicken Chettinad is from the southern tip of India from the state of Tamil Nadu, which is known for its earthy and spicy dishes.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 20 Minutes
Pot Roast Chicken

A nice simple way to cook a whole chicken, and one that will leave you with a 'ready-made' chicken stock for later use.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 2 Hours
Rice Soup with Chicken and Ginger

Rice Soup with Chicken and Ginger is perfect for a light lunch or as a starter for a meal with friends. It's a simple, straightforward recipe.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 50 Minutes
Roasted Garlic and Peppers Poussin

Roasted Garlic and Peppers Poussin uses half a poussin per person. A poussin is a small, immature chicken, sometimes called a spring chicken.

Preparation: 20 Minutes
Cooking: 25 Minutes
Satay with Peanut Sauce

The bite-size portions in this simple recipe for Satay with Peanut Sauce are intended as part of an aperitif rather than as a main dish.

Preparation: 5 Minutes
Cooking: 15 Minutes
Sesame Noodles with Chicken

Sesame Oil is a true delight and this recipe for Sesame Noodles with Chicken makes full use of it's rich flavours.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 10 Minutes
Simple Chicken Curry

Chicken Curry is generally much lighter tasting than beef curry. You will discover your own preference regarding the taste, so this recipe is for you.

Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cooking: 30 Minutes
Chicken with Parmesan and Basil

When I don't have much time I often make Chicken with Parmesan and Basil because they're quick to prepare and make a really tasty dish.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 25 Minutes
Granny's Slow-baked Chicken

An extremely easy and foolproof recipe. The chicken cooks in its own steam at low temperature, there is no risk of it overcooking or drying out.

Preparation: 10 Minutes
Cooking: 3 Hours 30 Minutes

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