Category Archives: Chicken

(I’m no) Spring Chicken

Posted on April 22, 2013 by

. . . but this sure is. While searching for a new idea for using chicken thighs, every recipe I found seemed so, well, wintery. When the sun is shining on the just-unfurled maple leaves and I’m harvesting the first … Continue reading →

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Creole Style Chicken, Sausage and Prawn Jambalaya

Posted on February 3, 2013 by

Ingredients 4 smoked chicken sausages 4 slices bacon, chopped into 1 inch pieces 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed 2 dozen (or more, or less–whatever you have) peeled prawns 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 yellow onion, chopped 3 … Continue reading →

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Honey Lime Wings

Posted on May 18, 2012 by

So easy. So fast. So good. Two main ingredients: 1. lime 2. honey I haven’t cooked chicken wings for a very long time, mainly because they have such a high fat content. It’s Friday night however, and munching on wings … Continue reading →

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Mango Chicken with Thai Jasmine Rice

Posted on April 18, 2012 by

It’s mango season. Celebrate this odd-looking, difficult-to-cut-until-you-learn-the-technique fruit by making this sauce to serve with chicken and Thai rice. It has a perfect balance of sweet and sour, salt and spice. Click here to see how easy it can be … Continue reading →

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Nasi Goreng

Posted on March 27, 2012 by

Nasi Goreng was our favourite dish when we traveled in Bali. It was available anywhere, anytime, for breakfast, lunch or dinner in high-end restaurants or off the street. Later in our trip we became more adventurous in trying different dishes, … Continue reading →

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Raspberry Chicken Salad

Posted on July 17, 2011 by

The “Raspberries” sign at Silverside Farm beckoned me in and I found myself leaving with a pint of raspberries, a bag of garlic scapes and the biggest head of romaine I’ve ever seen. On the way home, I contemplated what … Continue reading →

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Chicken Kabob Marinade–stop searching now

Posted on July 9, 2011 by

Stop searching. This is the best. It gets rave reviews whenever I make it as it keeps the chicken juicy and adds a punch of flavour. Best of all, it doesn’t call for soy sauce which can sometimes drown out … Continue reading →

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Walnut and Parmesan Crusted Halibut (or Chicken) with Chardonnay Butter

Posted on June 14, 2011 by

This recipe is a variation of the classic Parmesan Chicken, but I changed it a little and used it on halibut. Success! The crusty coating provided a great contrast to the tender fish. With a freezer full of fresh halibut … Continue reading →

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Southwestern Salad

Posted on April 3, 2011 by

For 4 servings: Ingredients 2 skinless boneless chicken breasts, sliced in long 1/2 inch strips 1/2 cup cornmeal 2 tsp. chili powder salt 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 head organic romaine, in bite-sized pieces 4 handfuls baby arugula 1 bunch … Continue reading →

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Almond-Crusted Chicken Kabobs

Posted on February 9, 2011 by

Tried this tonight, even though it was a nippy February night to be barbecueing! A nice glass of J. Lohr warmed our spirits while we prepped our meal. We’re dreaming of summer BBQ’s and will definitely make this recipe again. … Continue reading →

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Chicken Piccata with Fresh Pasta

Posted on January 24, 2011 by

A new family favourite! Chicken Piccata with Fresh Fettuccine 2 skinless boneless chicken breasts, cut in half, then butterfliedsea salt and fresh ground pepperall-purpose flour, about 1/2 cup for dredging the breasts6 tbsp. butter4 tbsp. EVOlive oil1/3 cup fresh squeezed … Continue reading →

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