Ingredients

• RITZ CHICKEN:
• 2 packages Ritz crackers
• 2 pounds boneless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 3 tablespoons butter
• GARLIC MASHED POTATOES:
• 1 whole garlic bulb
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 tablespoons salt, divided
• 3 large Russet potatoes
• 6 cups water
• 2 cups 2% milk
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons chopped chives

Ingredients

• 4 (6 ounces each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1-1/2 cups dill pickle juice
• 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper, optional
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Ingredients

• 1 broiler/fryer chicken (2 to 3 pounds), cut up
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 celery ribs, chopped
• 2 quarts water
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 3 medium carrots, sliced
• 1 teaspoon each salt and pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• NOODLES:
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
• 3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
• 4 to 6 tablespoons water

Bizarre as this may sound, it’s a known phenomenon in the poultry industry.

What’s going on with Costco’s raw chicken?

The official term for chicken breast that’s threaded with stringy or shredded texture, even before it’s cooked, is “spaghetti meat.” It’s an unappealing name for an unappealing trait.

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The scientific explanation for spaghetti meat is simple. It’s a muscle abnormality caused by overly fast growth in birds raised for eating, primarily broiler hens. When muscles grow too quickly, they lose integrity, leading to soft, mushy tissue that separates into noodle-like bands. Unfortunately, it’s a known side effect of commercial farming, since farms are under pressure to produce cheap, big chickens and more of them. The issue first appeared in 2015 and remains a persistent bugbear for the poultry industry and for shoppers.

Is it safe to eat?

Technically, spaghetti meat is safe to eat. It’s not as healthy as unaffected poultry, however, as it has less protein and more fat, but it’s not toxic or inedible. If you don’t want to toss it, there are ways to make it more appetizing. Our best tip is to cook and shred the chicken. Many of our favorite shredded chicken recipes are richly spiced: think chicken tacos, Thai chicken pizza and barbecue sliders.

Mixing this chicken with other textures, such as shredded cabbage, carrots and nuts in a salad, can also distract from any stringy feel.

How do you avoid ‘spaghetti meat?’

It’s tricky to catch spaghetti meat until you’re slicing into it. That said, shopping for chicken thighs, wings or legs rather than breasts will reduce your risk. You can also buy poultry from smaller farms, which don’t use the same growth methods as commercial meat producers. Farmers markets and meat CSAs are good sources of local meat.

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Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs, room temperature, beaten
• 2-1/2 cups crushed potato chips

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup apricot preserves
• 3 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
• LOLLIPOPS:
• 2 pounds chicken drumsticks
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Ingredients

• SPICE BLEND:
• 1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
• 3 green cardamom pods
• 2 black cardamom pods
• 5 whole cloves
• 5 blades mace
• 1-1/2 teaspoons coriander seeds
• 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• CHICKEN AND MARINADE:
• 1 cup plain whole milk yogurt
• 2-in. piece fresh gingerroot
• 10 garlic cloves
• 20 unsalted cashews, soaked in water
• 1 tablespoon ghee
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs and legs, skin removed
• 2 bay leaves
• BIRYANI:
• 5 tablespoons ghee, divided
• 1 large russet potato, peeled and cubed
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced, divided
• 1 pinch ground turmeric
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 pinch saffron thread
• 1/2 cup raisins, prunes, golden sour prunes, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon kewra water, optional
• RICE:
• 2 cups uncooked basmati rice
• 2 cups warm water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ghee
• 1 cardamom pod, optional
• 1 bay leaf, optional
• 3 whole cloves, optional

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 pounds chicken leg quarters
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon red curry paste
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• Hot cooked rice, for serving
• Chopped peanuts, cilantro and lime wedges for serving

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 pound sliced fresh crimini mushrooms
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 medium onion, quartered
• 4 garlic cloves
• 6 fresh oregano leaves
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons Goya Sazon with coriander and annatto
• 1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
• Hot cooked rice, for serving
• Potato sticks or crushed potato chips, optional

Ingredients

• 1 large russet potato, sliced
• 1 large eggplant, sliced
• 2 teaspoons salt, divided
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup ghee or canola oil, divided
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 2 pounds lamb stew meat, cut into 1-in cubes
• 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
• 3 green cardamom pods
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 pinch ground turmeric
• 1 large tomato, sliced
• 2 cups uncooked basmati rice
• Toasted slivered almonds
• Minced fresh parsley

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium green pepper, chopped
• 1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
• 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• 1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles
• 1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons fajita seasoning mix
• 2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
• Optional: Guacamole and tortilla chips

Ingredients

• STOCK:
• 1 (4 pounds) whole chicken, neck and gizzards removed
• 1 medium sweet onion, quartered
• 2 large carrots, cut into chunks
• 2 celery ribs, cut into chunks
• 3 garlic cloves, unpeeled, crushed
• 8 cups cold water
• STEW:
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-in. chunks
• 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 bag (10 ounces) frozen corn (about 1-3/4 cups)
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• Hot pepper sauce, for serving

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
• 2 sachets Goya Sazon with coriander and annatto
• 1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
• 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped green pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
• 1/2 cup chicken stock
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives, optional
• 2 bay leaves

Ingredients

• 1 whole rotisserie chicken
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 medium carrots, chopped
• 3 celery ribs, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
• 1-1/4 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 12 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 2 cups uncooked egg noodles
• 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed
• 1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
• 4 medium carrots, thinly sliced
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 celery rib, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 cup frozen peas

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups buttermilk
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
• 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up
• 3 large eggs
• COATING:
• 3 cups gluten-free baking flour (with xanthan gum)
• 4 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 2 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• Oil for deep-fat frying

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 2-in. piece fresh gingerroot, peeled and sliced
• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 3-in chunks
• 1 green onion
• 1/3 cup Chinese cooking wine
• 1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 12 dried shiitake mushrooms, soaked in water at least 30 minutes, optional
• Hot cooked rice and steamed vegetables, for serving

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• FAJITAS:
• 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-in. strips
• 2 medium sweet peppers, thinly sliced
• 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 8 corn tortillas (6 inches)
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 4 lime wedges

The Most Common Chicken Cooking Mistake

Of all the mistakes people make when cooking chicken, the worst one is overcooking it.

Surprised? Hear us out. Most of us worry about undercooking chicken because, unlike beef, poultry isn’t safe (or pleasant) to eat when it’s raw or undercooked. Because of this concern, many cooks are prone to heating chicken until it’s well past done. The problem? Overcooked chicken will dry out and become chewy and tough. “Nothing is worse than dry chicken,” says Ellie Crowley, our associate culinary producer. (She also advises cooks not to be shy about seasoning meat.)

How Not to Overcook Chicken​

You should cook chicken to a safe internal temperature. To avoid overcooking, Crowley recommends that cooks invest in a good digital meat thermometer. “[Chicken] should be cooked to 165°F,” she says, “but I temp it at 155° and take it out of the oven…as it rests, it cooks the rest of the way and doesn’t overcook.”

That’s because the temperature of the chicken will continue to rise after being removed from the oven or stovetop. If you wait until the temperature is 165° or higher, it may overcook as it sits.

Taste of Home culinary producer Josh Rink recommends paying extra-close attention when cooking chicken breasts, especially boneless and skinless breasts, which are super lean. If overcooked, they lose moisture and are more prone to being tough and dry. He says, “Chicken breasts are the most common part to overcook, as thighs and other dark meat are more forgiving and less likely to dry out.” That’s because chicken thighs, legs and wings have more fat, and are therefore juicier, even if you happen to cook them a bit longer than necessary.

If you do happen to overcook chicken, don’t panic. The best remedy for slightly dry poultry is sauce. Whether it’s a spoonful of green herb sauce, a ladle of gravy, a dollop of tomato sauce or a dash of salsa, chicken loves almost any flavor!

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Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Ingredients

• 1 package (8 ounces) thick brown rice noodles
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup hot water
• 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1-1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken
• Optional toppings: Sliced green onions, chopped peanuts, chopped cilantro and crushed red pepper flakes

Ingredients

• 3 pounds chicken wings (about 1 dozen)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 can (29 ounces) sliced peaches in extra-light syrup, undrained
• 1/2 cup whiskey
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Louisiana-style hot sauce
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 teaspoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• Minced chives, optional

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup water
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons white vinegar
• 3 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 tablespoon chopped chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
• 5 garlic cloves, halved
• 1 tablespoon ground chipotle pepper or ground ancho chile pepper
• 2-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1-1/4 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 3/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds)
• 1 medium onion, quartered

Ingredients

• 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Italian salad dressing mix
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup chopped rotisserie chicken
• 1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons capers, drained
• Caesar salad croutons, optional

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1-1/4 teaspoons pepper, divided
• 1-1/8 teaspoons dried thyme, divided
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
• 1 pound chicken drumsticks
• 1 pound bone-in chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup bacon drippings or olive oil, divided
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium green pepper, chopped
• 1 celery rib, chopped
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 4 green onions, finely chopped
• 5 drops hot pepper sauce
• Hot cooked rice

Ingredients

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• Dash pepper
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons orange marmalade
• 1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil
• 1-1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
• 1-1/2 teaspoons minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
• 1-1/2 teaspoons honey
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon cold water

Ingredients

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
• 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup stewed tomatoes, cut up
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 1 small green pepper, chopped
• 1 tablespoon chopped green onion
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cold water
• Hot cooked pasta
• Shaved Parmesan cheese, optional

Ingredients

• 1 medium potato, peeled and cubed
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
• 1/2 cup light coconut milk
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup hot cooked rice
• 1 green onion, thinly sliced
• Optional: Raisins, shredded coconut and chopped unsalted peanuts