Poultry - Archives

• Fried chicken can be part of a healthy, balanced diet
  KFC Corporation announced today it is setting the record straight - fried chicken can, in fact, be part of a healthy diet.
  Author: James Sparks - Date: March 4, 2004



• Quick and easy dishes for every occasion
  The success of the best-selling Nick Nairn's Top 100 Salmon Recipes reveals that home cooks are always on the look out for new recipe ideas based around one staple ingredient. Inspired by the response to Salmon, Nick now turns his attention to another much-loved family favourite - chicken. Easy to cook, endlessly versatile and healthy too, chicken is the perfect food for every occasion. From soups and stir-fries to roasts and casseroles, it lends itself to a huge variety of flavours and cooking techniques.
  Author: James Sparks - Date: March 4, 2004



• Farmyard to diner counter
  Tod Murphy has an idea that is at once simple and very complex: He wants to shorten the path from the farm to the restaurant plate.
  Author: Andrew Nemethy - Date: March 4, 2004



• KFC announces adoption of industry-leading poultry guidelines
  Kentucky Fried Chicken Corporation today committed to the adoption of comprehensive industry-leading guidelines and audits for the humane raising and handling of poultry. The company additionally requested the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Department of Labor to review a proposal on the feasibility of gas-killing chickens as an alternative to current methods used in the United States. The proposal has been suggested by the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals.
  Author: Taylor Kent - Date: March 2, 2004



• Local animal breeds still threatened by extinction
  Traditional animal breeds are some of the most threatened animal genetic resources in the world, says a UN Food and Agriculture Organization report submitted to the FAO European Commission on Agriculture. However, linking certain breeds with specific animal food products, in some cases has successfully contributed to a better conservation and utilisation of local breeds in Europe, FAO said. The report will be discussed at the next meeting of the FAO/ECA in Rome, 12-14 October.
  Author: Martin Collins - Date: March 1, 2004



• Chicken, ham and swiss cheese all combine to make delicious Chicken cordon bleu
  People all over the world eat chicken prepared in a seemingly endless variety of dishes. Chicken cordon bleu is a well-known favorite that is easier to prepare than it may appear. It starts with a chicken breast. The bigger the better because you will be stuffing it and will want as large a piece as you can find. When you have selected the right breast the next step in preparing Chicken cordon bleu is to pound it into a thin slab about one quarter inch thick. The larger the breast is to start with, the larger the final product will be and the more you will be able to stuff it with. In this case you will be using cheese and ham.
  Author: Laurie Simpson - Date: April 9, 2003



• Chicken Fillets In Your Freezer Can Make A Fast And Delicious Meal
  Chicken is a popular meat because of its low fat qualities and it’s versatile flavor. It can be prepared in many different ways and there are thousands of recipes that chefs have created from soups to salads. Chicken fillets themselves are versatile and may be served as a meat entrée accompanied by pasta or vegetables. They can also be served on a bun and enjoyed as a bunwich on lettuce and tomatoes. For the healthiest option chicken fillets are best baked with no batter. They are also very popular prepared with a batter and then baked. The batter adds a crispy surface to the meat but it may also retain the fats in as well as the moisture during cooking.
  Author: Laurie Simpson - Date: May 18, 2005



• Chicken ala king is a creamy delight that can be served in several ways
  Chicken is a meat that can be used to create many mouthwatering dishes. Chicken ala king is a favorite of many dinners and each chef has his own special version of it. Chicken ala king is made with chicken chunks added to a cream sauce. Peas are also common and many people like to add peppers as well. The chicken chunks are precooked before they are added to the cream sauce and then they are all simmered together until the sauce thickens and the vegetables cook to tender. A true chef will make his own creamy white sauce for this dish, but the average cook may take a shortcut and use a canned soup. Canned cream of celery soups serves the purpose well and can turn the cooking process into a much shorter event.
  Author: Laurie Simpson - Date: April 8, 2003



• Baked chicken is a standard favorite in most kitchens around the world
  There is a large group of people that will not eat red meat but they will enjoy a nice chicken. Baked chicken has been a standard favorite in kitchens around the world from as far back as history can find. Most cultures have some form of chicken recipes whether it is a chicken potpie or a chicken salad sandwich. Most North Americans have experienced the pleasure of eating a nicely stuffed and baked chicken served with fresh cooked vegetables. This meal can be enjoyed one day and the leftovers turned into a soup or stew for the next day. Chicken meat can be used in many different dishes after it has been cooked. Served hot or cold it is a very versatile meat.
  Author: Laurie Simpson - Date: August 21, 2005