Poulet!


© Viraj Talpade

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I checked out two all time favorites on the site and I must admit; they turned out pretty darned well!

Fragrant Lemon Chicken

An easy crock pot chicken recipe that cooks on its own and tastes great - the meat just falls off the bone!

Ingredients

1 cooking apple, quartered
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 (3 pound) broiling chicken
salt
ground black pepper
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon crushed dried rosemary
juice and grated rind of one lemon
1 cup hot water

Method

Place apple and celery in cavity of chicken. Rub skin with salt and pepper.  

Place chicken in cooker. Sprinkle chopped onion, rosemary, lemon juice, and lemon rind over chicken. Add 1 cup hot water. Cover.

Cook on High for 1 hour. Switch to Low, and cook for 6 to 8 hours, basting several times.

Parmesan and Basil Chicken Salad

A creamy, yummy chicken salad that is a little different from the usual recipes.

Ingredients

2 boneless chicken breasts
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup finely chopped fresh basil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
3 stalks celery, chopped
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Method

Season chicken with salt and pepper. Roast at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 35 minutes, or until juices run clear. Let cool, and chop into chunks.

In a food processor, puree the mayonnaise, basil, garlic, and celery.  

Combine the chunked chicken, pureed mixture, and Parmesan cheese; toss. Refrigerate, and serve.

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