Chicken

Delicious roast chicken, just like your grandmother used to make it.

Soak the skewers or toothpicks in cold water for 30 minutes before using to prevent them from splintering and scorching during cooking. Note

The meatballs would also be delicious using minced turkey, lamb or beef ­ just be sure to allow a little extra cooking time. Note

The term palliard' means a quick-cooking, thinly sliced or pounded piece of meat, usually veal, beef or chicken. It may also be known as an escalope’. Remove the tenderloin from chicken breast; this is the thin strip of meat lying just under the breast. Using a large sharp knife, cut each chicken breast in half […]

You need to buy half a large barbecued chicken (450g) to get the amount of shredded meat required for this recipe. Note

A simple, crunchy and flavourful sweet chilli chicken salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

This soup is great for lunch at the office or for a picnic. If a microwave is not available for reheating the soup, pack it in a preheated insulated flask. Note

Healthy, delicious and authentic Asian-style chicken and water chestnut tofu pouches.

Each of the topping recipes here makes enough to cover four mini pizza bases. You can buy prepared pizza bases from the supermarket, they can be found in the refrigerated, freezer or bakery sections. Note

If you can’t buy shelled pistachios, soak shelled nuts in boiling water for about 5 minutes, drain, then pat dry with absorbent paper. Rub skins with a cloth to peel. Note

To freeze; complete recipe to the end of step 2. Place empanadas, in a single layer, on a bakingpaper-lined baking tray. Freeze for 2 to 3 hours or until firm. Transfer to a large snap-lock bag. Expel any excess air. Label, date and freeze for up to one month. Continue from step 3, cooking time […]

Butterflied chickens are available from specialist chicken and butcher shops. Note

Lebanese bread can be substituted for prepared pizza base. Note

Make your own version of the popular Asian-style satay chicken starter dish to impress your family and friends.

To avoid burning the chicken before it’s cooked through, heat the barbecue on medium. Note

Harissa is a fiery Moroccan sauce or paste made from dried chillies, cumin, garlic, oil and caraway seeds.

Chicken, chorizo, tomato and saffron come together in this delicious Spanish pie.

Preserved lemon is available at delicatessens and some supermarkets. Note

Don’t over stuff the chickens as this will affect the cooking time. Note

Alioli, similar to the French aïoli, is the traditional accompaniment to paella. Note

Chicken puffs should not be reheated more than once. Puffs can be baked several hours ahead. Cool slightly then refrigerate. Reheat thoroughly in a 160°C preheated oven just before serving. Note

Chicken and anything it is marinated in needs to be fully cooked to rid it of harmful bacteria. Wash any kitchen equipment that comes in contact with raw chicken thoroughly with warm soapy water. Chicken thighs are delicious, but are often overlooked in favour of breast fillets. The thigh is full of flavour and will […]

Goujons are small strips of fish or chicken, coated in breadcrumbs and deep-fried.

You could set out a platter of sliced chicken, bowl of salad with serving tongs and stack of tortillas for everyone to assemble their own great food-to-go. Note

Pan-fried chicken with an aromatic and flavoursome cranberry and pine nut pilaf.

Always check the manufacturer’s instructions before using a pressure cooker. Note

A light and delicate salad with smoked chicken, cranberry, pear and pecan nuts.

Fresh, fragrant and flavourful in every mouthful.

Chicken can be cooked, cooled and refrigerated the day before. Note

Chicken can be marinated in cajun mixture overnight. Cook chicken and fill pockets as required. Note

You need to buy half a small barbecued chicken for this recipe. Note

If you can find it, use a short-grain Spanish-style rice such as calasparra or bomba, in place of the arborio for an authentic taste and texture. Some mussels might not open after cooking. These might need to be opened with a knife or might not have cooked as quickly as the others ­some will not […]

A colourful summery salad with smoked chicken and avocado from Australian Women's Weekly.

Use a mandoline or V-slicer with a julienne attachment to slice the carrot into thin strips. Baby asian greens are a mix of baby buk choy, choy sum, gai lan and water spinach. Note

Chicken can be prepared and stuffed with cheese a day ahead; store, covered, in the refrigerator. Remove toothpicks before serving. Note

Cute little green Thai chicken curry bowls that pack an aromatic and flavourful punch.

You will need to buy about 1.7kg fresh broad beans in the pod to yield 3 cups, or you can use frozen broad beans. You can cook baby potatoes with the chicken. If you prefer, you can use a 1.5kg whole chicken chopped into pieces. The low-fat dieting era popularised chicken fillets, because the dark […]

Nana's roast chicken simply doesn't stand up to this spice-packed Middle-Eastern roast with a creamy feta sauce.

You could add 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger to the broth for extra flavour, if you like. Note

There's no need to miss out on delicious pastry dishes because of allergies. This tasty chicken, semi-dried tomato and spinach tart is gluten-free, and beautiful enjoyed warm from the oven or served cool as a lunch-box snack.

Crunchy crumbed chicken schnitzel with a fresh and zingy coleslaw,

For shallow-frying, add enough oil to come halfway up the side of the food to be fried. Aioli is garlic mayonnaise, available from the condiment aisle in most super markets. Note

Soak the skewers in cold water for at least an hour before using to prevent them from scorching during cooking. For optimum flavour, marinate the chicken overnight. Note

Tasty Moroccan-spiced flavours make this chicken casserole unique and a great option for a hearty dinner.

Chinese cooking wine is also known as chinese rice wine, dry sherry can be used instead. To freeze Complete the recipe to the end of step 1. Pack into freezer-proof containers, leaving a 2.5cm (1 inch) space to allow for expansion. Seal, label and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge. […]

You can use ½ cup dry sherry with ½ cup water instead of the chinese cooking wine. This dish is suitable to freeze at the end of step 1. Note

If you cannot find banana chillies, use capsicums instead. Note

Use a zester to get long thin strips of rind. Note

Some clams might not open after cooking. These might need prompting with a knife or might not have cooked as quickly as the others ­you don’t have to discard them, just open with a knife and cook a little longer if you wish. Note

Recipe can be made a day ahead and refrigerated, covered. Note

Recipe is best prepared as required. Note

The secret for making perfect roast potatoes? Use olive oil instead of other oils or butter because it tolerates high oven temperatures better and gives a delicious taste to the potatoes.

A delicious filo pastry pie that will fill the bellies of your entire family (and more!)

Chicken mixture can be made the day before and kept, covered, in the refrigerator. Note

You can substitute a white medium-grain rice if koshihikari is unavailable. Note

An Italian-American dish of chicken breasts, capers, parsley and Marsala wine.

Saffron is obtained from the stigmas of the saffron crocus and it is famously the most expensive spice in the world. Note

Chicken drumettes are drumsticks with the end of the bone chopped off. They are also sold as “lovely legs”. Note

A simple grilled chicken dish packed full of big flavours.

Pies can be cooked one day ahead; keep, covered, in refrigerator. Reheat pies in a single layer on oven trays, covered loosely with foil, in oven (180°C/160°C fan-forced) for about 10 minutes. Uncooked pies can be frozen between layers of freezer wrap for up to three months; thaw in refrigerator for 12 hours or overnight […]

These delicious homemade chicken and vegetable rolls are great for sharing.

Soba are fresh or dried Japanese noodles made from buckwheat and wheat flour. They’re available from Asian food stores and major supermarkets. Note