Thursday, June 18, 2009

leftover chicken recipes

The most challenging thing with cooking chicken is to make sure that it is cooked right through, with a nice crispy outside. Uncooked chicken is not a good thing.

Whether it s a father s day poolside party or backyard barbecue, summertime is the perfect season for outdoor entertaining. Here are a few tips to remember:

* Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature to make sure all meats are cooked thoroughly.

* Coat grate with vegetable cooking spray, or brush with cooking oil to prevent food from sticking.

* If the heat is too intense, move food from hot spots, which are usually found in the center of the grill, to the cooler areas around the edge.

* To prevent dryness, leave the skin on the chicken during cooking, which helps preserves the chicken's natural moisture.

* To decrease heat, raise the cooking grid or sprinkle coals with a little water.

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