I used to get the cooked Rotisserie chicken from the store for a quick and easy meal. But not knowing what seasonings are used or who touched what before the chicken, I like to play it safe and make my own now. Plus it is so cheap if you buy a whole chicken when it goes on sale! The best price I have seen in my area is $0.67/lb.! The best part is it always makes 2 meals for us!
Preparing the chicken:
1. Take out of bag and rinse well. Remove the stuff that is in the cavity (neck bones, organs, etc.) Remove the skin and any fat if you want (I do). The chicken stays moist without the skin, but you can leave it on and just pick it off after it is cooked if you like.
*set aside the "extras" from the cavity if you would like to make a broth later. Just stick them in a baggie and refrigerate.
2. Place in Crock pot/slow cooker. Season with whatever you want! A few of my favorites..
Italian dressing; Rosemary with garlic, salt and pepper; Lemon Pepper, garlic, salt; Cumin, chili powder, garlic; Cajun seasoning; Or just a little garlic and salt and pepper. You could also just chop some fresh onion or garlic.
I haven't tried this yet, but I have a friend who likes to put on a can of Cranberry sauce. There really isn't a wrong way to go! The key is to keep in mind what else you want to serve with it and how you want to use the leftovers.
3. Cook on high for 4-5 hours or low for 6-8 hours. Check the internal temperature before eating if you are unsure (180-185 degrees Fahrenheit), or just make sure the juices run clear. *Save the bones and juice in the crock pot if you want to make homemade broth.
Tip: It is much easier to pull off the extra meat when the chicken is warm.
*If you would like to make some Homemade (Gluten Free) Chicken broth check out tomorrow's post.
Ideas for using the leftover chicken:
Chicken quesadillas
Chicken noodle soup (use the broth too!)
Hawaiian Haystacks
Chicken and Rice casserole
BBQ sandwiches
Tacos/Burritos
You can also put the extra chicken in a baggie and freeze it to have on hand if you don't use it within two weeks.
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