Chicken Recipes

Chicken is a staple protein that every mom has learned to love. Inexpensive and nutritious, chicken recipes offer the entire family the nutrients they need to grow strong without breaking the bank. For the best deal possible, purchase frozen boneless skinless chicken breasts in bulk and defrost when needed. Splurge on organic chicken when it is available, the lack of hormones and other harmful chemicals is worth a little extra money.

Ingredients

Cut chicken into cubes and season chicken with salt, pepper and adobo. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven and add onions and garlic, stir and add chicken. Cook thoroughly. Include frozen vegetables and cook for about 5 minutes. Add both cans of soup and use more salt, pepper and adobo to taste. Line a pie pan with crust and pour mixture in. Cover with remaining pie crust and cut holes in the top. Cook according to pie crust directions, typically on 375F degrees for 20 minutes. Serve and enjoy!

Ingredients

Cube chicken and season with salt, pepper, adobo and a dash of cayenne. In a large skillet, heat oil and sauté peppers and garlic. Add chicken and cook until brown. Add white wine to de-glaze the pan. Reduce wine, cooking chicken thoroughly. Serve chicken over orzo and drizzle sauce throughout.

Ingredients

Marinate chicken in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, chili powder, garlic, salt, pepper and cilantro. You can marinate chicken over night for the best flavor. Cook on a hot skillet until the internal temperature reaches at least 165F degrees. When cooked, cut chicken in long strips. On a separate grill or cast iron skillet, cook onions and peppers until soft. Season the vegetables with salt, pepper and chili powder. For extra spice add jalapeno juice. Serve chicken and vegetables with warm flour tortillas. Top with fresh avocado, sour cream, pico de gallo and Mexican cheese.