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MAKE-AHEAD SHREDDED CHICKEN BREAST



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We love a rotisserie chicken as much as the next person, but it's not the only way to jump-start dinner. You can do the same thing with this make-ahead shredded chicken breast recipe. Take advantage of the discount you get when buying in large quantities and pick up that big bag of chicken breasts. Then, cook it all and stock your freezer with tender, versatile shredded chicken that's ready to go into soups, casseroles, sandwiches and so much more. We're sure you've got plenty of ideas of your own, but if you want some recipes that make good use of this meal starter, check out the Expert Tips below.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 lb bone-in skin-on chicken breasts (6 to 8)
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil; spray with cooking spray. Trim excess fat from chicken breasts. Loosen skin without removing from breasts. In bowl mix garlic salt, lemon pepper and basil; sprinkle or rub onto breast meat.
  • Replace skin over breasts; brush with oil. Place in foil-lined pan.
  • Bake uncovered 45-55 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut to bone (at least 165°).
  • Remove from oven and cool 15 minutes.
  • Remove skin from the chicken, then separate the meat from the bones.
  • Shred chicken with 2 forks and cool completely.
  • Divide chicken by 1-, 2- or 3-cup quantities into freeze-safe resealable bags or containers. Label and freeze up to 2 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

MAKE AHEAD MARINATED CHICKEN BREASTS



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I got this recipe from a cookbook and loved it so much I wanted to share it. This is perfect alone or served in a chicken salad. Because there are only the two of us, I divide the recipe into four freezer bags with 2 chicken breast halves in each bag.

Provided by Debby H

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 1 breast, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped fine
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon salt
8 split boneless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • Mix together buttermilk with mustard, honey and seasonings.
  • Place chicken breasts in a freezer bag.
  • Pour marinade over chicken breasts.
  • Freeze.
  • On serving day thaw chicken, discarding marinade.
  • Grill over medium heat until chicken is tender and juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 94, Sodium 435.5, Carbohydrate 4, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 3.7, Protein 31.4

RED CHILE SHREDDED CHICKEN FOR TACOS



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Enjoy these tacos made with chicken, Progresso® broth and Muir Glen® tomatoes. Try our Make-Ahead Shredded Chicken Breast. Just thaw and use in place of the chicken and salt in the tacos.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce (from 7-oz can)
1 tablespoon adobo sauce (from can of chipotle chiles)
1/3 medium onion, cut in half
2 cloves garlic or 1 teaspoon dried minced garlic
2 1/2 cups Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 cup tomato sauce (from 8-oz can)
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, if desired
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
Few drops fresh lime juice, if desired
1/2 teaspoon sugar, if desired
2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
10 soft corn tortillas (6 or 7 inch)

Steps:

  • In blender, place chile, adobo sauce, onion, 2 cloves garlic, the broth, tomatoes, tomato sauce, vinegar, chicken bouillon granules, 1/2 teaspoon sugar and the oregano. Cover; blend until smooth.
  • In 3-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add 1 clove garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in tomato mixture. Cook 6 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot. Stir in lime juice and 1/2 teaspoon sugar. Stir in chicken; cook over medium-low heat about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mixture thickens.
  • Meanwhile, heat tortillas as directed on package. Spoon about 1/3-cup chicken mixture down center of each warm tortilla. Fold each taco in half over filling. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

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