Millennials don’t know how to roast a chicken, according to a recent survey. But no worries! We’ve got you covered with some simple ways to turn your ordinary poultry and into a super delicious dish.
1. Spinach & Artichoke Stuffed Peppers
This recipe is super easy, and all it takes is a store-bought chicken and a couple ingredients you might already have in your fridge – and just minutes of your time.
Ingredients
- Roasted chicken
- Store-bought spinach artichoke dip
- Halved and gutted out bell peppers
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400°. On a large, rimmed baking sheet, place bell peppers cut side-up and spray with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
- Mix spinach and artichoke dip with half of the roasted chicken (shredded), enough to evenly cover the shredded chicken. Add more if desired. Stuff evenly into each pepper half.
- Add shredded mozzarella cheese to each pepper half.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
2. Chicken & Veggie Couscous Bowl
Three ingredients are all it takes to make something delicious for lunch, work, or when you’re on the run. Here’s a scrumptious recipe for a chicken and veggie couscous bowl.
Ingredients
- Roasted chicken
- Frozen stir-fry with mixed vegetables
Directions
- Steam frozen vegetables according to package directions. Shred half of the chicken with a fork. Cook box of couscous per instructions.
- Combine and enjoy with your favorite sauce – tahini, soy sauce, tzatziki, or dill dip.
3. BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches
Nothing’s more fun than sliders, except whipping some out for your next party in a matter of minutes. So, impress everyone at your next potluck with these mouthwatering BBQ pulled chicken sandwiches.
Ingredients
- Roasted chicken
- Barbecue sauce
- Store-bought coleslaw
- Mini-Hawaiian slider rolls
Directions
- Coarsely shred half a chicken. Combine with one cup of barbecue sauce or more if desired. Spoon onto rolls and top with coleslaw.
So, there you go! Just because you don’t know how to roast a chicken doesn’t mean you have to starve. Make these recipes whenever you’re fixing for something simple, quick, but oh-so-delicious.
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