Broccoli rabe (or raab) is sometimes called Italian or Chinese broccoli, though it’s most closely related to turnips. Its one of the most popular green vegetables worldwide, with a pungent bitterness that’s tempered by the tang of lemon, roasting in high heat, or the richness of garlicky or highly seasoned… Read More

The sweetness of German Riesling wine is delicious with roasted chicken and fall fruits. Use any combination of dried fruit you like, and tangy-sweet apple would substitute well for the pears. Read More

Sage is the primary flavor in commercial poultry seasoning because it complements chicken, turkey, and game birds so well. Using fresh leaves, chopped up and blended into a dish of butter, makes the perfect self-basting mixture for bone-in breasts. Read More

Look for pouches of cooked wild rice in the grains section of the grocery store—they’re a nice shortcut for a summer salad. If you like to get the grill going, prepare the chicken breasts as directed and char-grill them. Read More

Keep an eye out for the rainbow of small potatoes available in the market—from tiny golden to invitingly purple ones that roast quickly to a subtle sweetness alongside tender spring asparagus. If you grow lemon thyme in your garden, sprinkle that over the roasted veggies. Read More

Once you’ve steamed the kale, mixing up the creamy filling for the chicken takes just minutes. Feel free to substitute other favorite greens, like spinach or Swiss chard. Look for the herbed cheese in the deli department. Read More

Look for the type of rice noodles used for pad Thai, along with the ponzu sauce—a mixture of soy and citrus—in the Asian ingredients aisle. Read More

Bone-in chicken breasts are much more tolerant of grill heat, but to guarantee a moist, juicy outcome, marinate the chicken for a little while, then cook over indirect heat. Read More

There’s not much that beats the luscious combo of bacon and creamy ranch-style dressing. Make your own ranch (it’s simple) and spoon it over sliced roasted chicken breast and a bed of crisp butter lettuce. Read More

This elegantly simple recipe takes advantage of the rich flavor of bone-in breasts that are quickly browned, then finished in the oven. Pears, blue cheese, and a sweetly-tart balsamic glaze round out the dish. Read More

Use freshly pressed orchard cider and hand-harvested apples to make a saucy skillet chicken dish that makes the most of the fall season. Read More

This version of a traditional Mexican chicken dish embraces ingredients grown for centuries  in the southwestern U.S. Serve with quickly sautéed vegetables that define the heart of indigenous farming—sustainable rotating crops that include corn (maize), squashes, hot chiles, and beans. Adding chicken moves this menu up the food chain, providing… Read More

Any dried mushrooms will work beautifully in this unique method for seasoning chicken. The mushroom “dust” lends a deep, rich flavor as it’s absorbed into the chicken skin. Making a creamy risotto with farro—a farrotto—filled with fresh mushrooms only boosts the umami of the dish. Read More