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Coronation Chicken

September 14, 2023July 31, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 22 Comments

I am a day late and a dollar short when it comes to making Coronation Chicken. This dish using spicy mayonnaise was created by Constance Spry and Rosemary Hume for the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. I was looking for ideas to use up leftover roast chicken, and this really seemed like a … Continue reading Coronation Chicken

Chutney Chicken

January 26, 2023January 18, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 12 Comments

The flavour of your chutney chicken will be influenced by the brand and type of chutney you use. I usually make my own, but for this recipe I used Mrs. Balls Light Fruit Chutney. This brand is iconic in South Africa and a condiment I often take to a friend when we travel to see … Continue reading Chutney Chicken

Berbere Spiced Chicken

August 15, 2022July 4, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 15 Comments

This berbere spiced chicken is an Ethiopian dish with a bit of a kick. The photographs do not do the meal any justice. It was extremely tasty and I will make this again. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Berbere Spiced Chicken ♥ Our credit cards have very astute fraud departments. But recently … Continue reading Berbere Spiced Chicken

Chicken Rice Paper Rolls | Asian Wrappers

September 8, 2021August 5, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 6 Comments

It took a lot of practice but I finally for the hang of rolling these chicken rice paper rolls. I like mine thick, but you can reduce the filling and have slimmer rolls if you prefer. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Chicken Rice Paper Rolls ♥ I am very diligent about replying … Continue reading Chicken Rice Paper Rolls | Asian Wrappers

Chicken Spring Rolls | Deep Fry Or Air Fry

August 23, 2021July 21, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 8 Comments

At the same time as making vegetable spring rolls, I made these chicken spring rolls. It made the best use of the oil while it was in the wok. And as we were eating dinner with the kids, we needed a decent batch of spring rolls for the 5 of us. Head straight on to … Continue reading Chicken Spring Rolls | Deep Fry Or Air Fry

Asian Chicken Noodle Soup

November 6, 2020October 31, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 15 Comments

This is not quite Asian Chicken Noodle Soup but I am calling it that as it has ginger and lime. And also because I have made chicken noodle soup previously for the blog. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Asian Chicken Noodle Soup ♥ In June I made the decision to delay my … Continue reading Asian Chicken Noodle Soup

Summer Chicken With Olives And Capers

March 13, 2020March 18, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 13 Comments

I am very grateful to have worked with the most amazing publicist over the past few years. She has provided me with a fantastic array of recipe books to review. And allowed me to publish so many of the recipes contained therein. This one for summer chicken with olives and capers is especially for her, … Continue reading Summer Chicken With Olives And Capers

Greek Chicken Pie

September 2, 2019July 28, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 21 Comments

You will rush back for second, and even third helpings of this Greek Chicken Pie. It takes a fair amount of time to cook, but the low effort is well rewarded with great taste. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Greek Chicken Pie ♥ To butcher: to slaughter animals for food. Or in … Continue reading Greek Chicken Pie

Chicken Kiev | Côtelette De Volaille

May 27, 2019April 12, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 17 Comments

Like anything in life, things are simple if you know how. This recipe for chicken Kiev is really easy and so rewarding when you get it right. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Chicken Kiev ♥ The evening that I published my recipe for white chocolate cake, James called Dave to ask for … Continue reading Chicken Kiev | Côtelette De Volaille

Yellow Chicken Curry Made With Yellow Curry Paste

April 12, 2019March 11, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 15 Comments

You can use any firm vegetable when making this yellow chicken curry. I think potatoes would work just as well as butternut. Head straight on to the Recipe For Yellow Chicken Curry ♥ My wardrobe consists mainly of dresses in various lengths. They are designed to wear with pants which means I can wear them … Continue reading Yellow Chicken Curry Made With Yellow Curry Paste

Coconut Chicken Curry

March 25, 2019February 17, 2022 ~ Tandy ~ 21 Comments

Aysha Bora says of her Kuku Paka (coconut chicken curry) that when she was growing up she hated cooking. Her family is from India and preparing big meals for the extended family was part of their culture, but she used to beg for any job other than cooking. Then she got married and moved to … Continue reading Coconut Chicken Curry

Chicken Ballotine

June 15, 2018May 18, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 9 Comments

When I do not have time to spare I make use of my sous vide cooker. I am guaranteed a perfect result each and every time. I made chicken ballotine for lunch on a busy day. Once the chicken was stuffed and rolled I placed them into the sous vide and got on with the … Continue reading Chicken Ballotine

Sous Vide Chicken Fillets

May 4, 2018March 24, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 13 Comments

Sous vide chicken fillets are my go to meal during the week. Dave works late every Thursday night and I can just pop these into the sous vide cooker and leave them. When he gets home we pop them into the pan to finish off and add colour. Head straight on to the Recipe For … Continue reading Sous Vide Chicken Fillets

Chicken And Shellfish Paella

September 1, 2017August 17, 2023 ~ Tandy ~ 13 Comments

To make an authentic chicken and shellfish paella you need a paellera. This is the dish it is cooked and served in. Originating in Valencia, there are three basic ingredients. Rice, saffron and olive oil. Other essential ingredients include chorizo, mussels, chicken, langoustines and peas. Head straight on to the Recipe For Chicken And Shellfish … Continue reading Chicken And Shellfish Paella

Chicken Soup | Jewish Penicillin

July 21, 2016June 18, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 23 Comments

Head straight on to the recipe for Chicken Soup ♥ Chicken soup has been known for decades, if not centuries, as Jewish penicillin. It is the bowl of comfort served up by bobbas (grand mothers) all over the world when we are sick. It has been discovered that chicken bones contain natural antibiotics which is … Continue reading Chicken Soup | Jewish Penicillin

Chicken And Corn Soup With Fresh Herbs

June 30, 2016June 1, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 22 Comments

Head straight on to the recipe for Chicken And Corn Soup ♥ Chicken And Corn Soup must be one of those recipes where everyone has a version that they make at home. Mine is really simple and not too fancy. But that is what it should be. Engaging with people should always be done with … Continue reading Chicken And Corn Soup With Fresh Herbs

Duck Braised In Master Stock

April 21, 2016March 17, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 37 Comments

Head straight on to the recipe for Duck Braised In Master Stock ♥ Master Stock is of Chinese origin and mine is called Not Quite Kevin as the recipe is from Lorraine whose blog is called Not Quite Nigella. Master stock can be used over and over again and is mainly used to poach meat. … Continue reading Duck Braised In Master Stock

Recipe For Chicken And Leek Katmer Pie

February 29, 2016June 25, 2019 ~ Tandy ~ 40 Comments

Head straight on to the recipe for Chicken And Leek Katmer Pie ♥ Katmer pastry is thin and flaky and traditionally would be made totally by hand, stretching the dough until the sheets are thin. This is a flaky pastry that can be used for both sweet and savoury dishes. Here I have taken this Byzantine … Continue reading Recipe For Chicken And Leek Katmer Pie

Roast Turkey Adapted From The Supper Club

February 15, 2016January 27, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 31 Comments

Head straight on to the recipe for Roast Turkey ♥ This is not just the perfect dish for a summer Christmas, but can be served for any large family gathering. For my American friends I would love it if you tried this recipe for Thanksgiving and let me know what you think of roast turkey with … Continue reading Roast Turkey Adapted From The Supper Club

Spanish Style Chicken Adapted From Home

January 18, 2016January 7, 2021 ~ Tandy ~ 42 Comments

Sarah calls this her idea springtime Spanish-style roast chicken as it holds the delightful promise of chilled sangria and sunny days with time on your hands and food on the go. I made it on an evening where I did not have much time on my hands, but knew that a one dish meal would … Continue reading Spanish Style Chicken Adapted From Home

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