If you have access to a sandwich press,­ heat the tortilla in the press just before you’re ready to eat. Note

Chermoulla is a Moroccan blend of herbs and spices traditionally used for preserving or seasoning meat and fish.

You can tell just by looking at this salad that it will be fresh, light and tasty on the tongue. Chicken cooked in this way should stay moist and juicy, don't be tempted to boil rapidly or cook it for too long or it will be tough.

White cut chicken with spring onion dressing from Australian Women's Weekly.

This fresh and zingy Vietnamese salad is great for lunch or dinner. It can even be used as a side to take along to a BBQ or dinner party!

For a comforting family meal, try this creamy chicken pie topped with crispy sour cream pastry.

Grilled tandoori chicken with a fragrant tomato and coriander salsa from Australian Women's Weekly.

If you have an electric pressure cooker you won’t need to reduce the heat to stabilise pressure, your cooker will automatically stabilise itself. Always check with the manufacturer’s instructions before using. Note

Don't let the cook time dishearten you, this dish is very simple to prepare, and the flavours are well worth the wait!

Pesto, from the verb 'pestare' in Italian, means pounded. Pesto pre-dates tomato sauces. It originates in Roman times.

Deglazing: This is the initial step in making a sauce that incorporates the browned bits sticking to the bottom of a pan in which meat has been cooked. A small amount of liquid is added to any remaining meat juices in the pan, then over heat, the pan is scraped to loosen the browned caramelised […]

This chicken pilaf is a hearty and aromatic winter warming meal. The taste and smell of the dish will have everyone rushing to the dinner table and asking for seconds.

Loaded with vegies, this tasty chicken and mushroom stir-fry makes an ideal weeknight dinner.

The cut known as chicken kiev is a breast of chicken with the wing bone attached; this gives a small jutting-out bone on each fillet. It is available from poultry shops. Note

Pick up a cooked chicken on your way home from work and you can have this delicious and hearty meal on the table soon after you walk in the front door.

Tasty and tender, these chicken, carrot and feta patties make a great lunch or light dinner.

Delicious chicken tenderloins with a tangy coconut and peanut sauce.

You can use a barbecued chicken for this recipe; however, you will have to cook the rice in a mixture of water and prepared chicken stock instead of the cooking liquid. Like most Thai sauces and dressings, nam jim is extremely hot. Seed the chillies to lessen the heat, if you prefer. Note

Trim the edges of the lettuce leaves with kitchen scissors to make them look neater. Hold lettuce, cored end up, under cold running water. The water will get between the leaves, making them slip off easily and intact. Note

You could use rump or sirloin steak instead of the beef eye fillet. Note

Soak 12 bamboo skewers in water for at least an hour before using to prevent them from scorching during cooking. Note

This yummy chicken mixture is great for party nibbles. The roasted almonds add a lovely crunch to these picture-perfect rolls.

Chorizo is a sausage made of coarsely ground pork and highly seasoned with garlic and chilli.

The jalousie can be prepared ahead of time, cover, refrigerate until ready to bake. Note

An exquisite main dish for special occasions; Thai coconut-poached chicken & herb salad.

Served with pomegranate yoghurt, these Moroccan pastries make elegant finger food.

“I love the whole process of making this recipe – and it tastes great.”

We used whole-egg mayonnaise in this recipe. Cooling chicken in liquid prevents the chicken from drying out. Note

You need to buy a large barbecued chicken weighing about 900g for this recipe; discard skin and bones, then chop the meat coarsely. You can also use pontiac or sebago potatoes for this recipe. Note

Delicious and authentic Asian-style teriyaki chicken and udon noodle broth.

You need 12 skewers for this recipe. If using bamboo skewers, soak them in water for at least an hour prior to cooking to prevent them from splintering or burning. Note

Originally, ballotine was a boned leg of poultry that was stuffed with other ingredients; these days, it can mean any type of meat, fish or poultry that is boned, stuffed, rolled and tied into a bundle.

Money bags are shaped exactly like that - old fashioned purses. These ones may not contain money, but they are filled with delicious and fragrant spiced chicken that will have you coming back for more.

Green curry is traditionally the hottest Thai curry. Prepared chicken meatballs are available from most major supermarkets, chicken shops and butcher shops; if you can't find them, roll chicken patties into balls.

Almonds, prunes and shallots add depth to the flavour of this succulent chicken cooked in a tagine.

Tabbouleh is a traditional Lebanese salad made with a great deal of chopped flat-leaf parsley and varying amounts of burghul, green onion, mint, olive oil and lemon juice.

A sticky and sweet stir-fry that is both quick and easy.

Use granulated or crushed peanuts to save time. Note

Pomegranate pulp consists of the seeds and the edible pulp surrounding them; it has a tangy sweet-sour flavour Note

A rich and creamy herb and garlic chicken with gnocchi from Australian Women's Weekly.

Chicken, spinach and ricotta cannelloni makes a great weekend lunch to share. A piping bag filled with the chicken mixture will make filling the cannelloni tubes really easy.

Save on cost but not taste with this delectable char-grilled chicken dinner.

With its rich, lemony cooking juices and handfuls of herbs and nuts, this Spanish chicken casserole is a savoury masterpiece. Serve with tender green beans on the side.

Ravioli are little pillows of pasta stuffed with a variety of delicious fillings including meat, fish, cheese and vegetables, and they don't have to be an Italian delicacy. This ravioli with greens recipe takes the basic form and fills it with the spices and flavours of Asia.

Create this authentic Thai sour chicken curry quickly and deliciously in a pressure cooker.

Tangy barbecued chicken for sharing with family and friends from Australian Women's Weekly.

A simple chicken, zucchini and parsnip purée that is great for the young ones.

Delicious and crispy fried chicken with an Asian cabbage mixture from Australian Women's Weekly.

Fragrant, refreshing and herbaceous Thai chicken, papaya and peanut salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

Try something different with this delicious Middle Eastern specialty.

You can buy prepared tabbouleh, if you like. Burghul is also known as bulghur wheat; you can use couscous instead of the burghul in this recipe. Note

Makes enough for four 200g servings of pan fried chicken breast. If sauce is too tart, add a little more honey. Also goes well with whole roast turkey, duck or chicken. Note

serving suggestion Crusty bread. Note

Also known as risi, risoni is a very small, rice-shaped pasta similar to orzo that is often used by Italian cooks when making soup. It can also be baked in a casserole or served as a side dish to a rich meaty main course.

For these delicious sandwiches, use barbecued chicken breast with the skin removed, leftover roast chicken, or pan-fried or poached chicken breast. This would also be great in a sandwich made with multigrain bread.

Sweet, spicy and fragrant roast chicken marinated in a lemon, thyme and chilli sauce.

Fore quicker version, replace fresh Asian vegetables with a 500g packet of frozen vegetables, used as directed. Note

low GI You need 12 bamboo skewers for this recipe; soak them in water for at least an hour before using to avoid them splintering or scorching. Do not puree the carrot mixture too far in advance because it could separate if left to stand too long. serving suggestion Steamed green beans and a fresh […]

These individual Japanese hotpots are brimming with flavour and comfort.

If you need to assemble some cocktail snacks in double-quick time this recipe is perfect. You could even prepare the wontons earlier in the day and keep them in an airtight container.

Recipe not suitable to freeze. Kecap manis is a sweet, thick soy sauce and is available from Asian grocery stores or in the Asian section of large supermarkets. Note

Stay away from the pie shop with your own home-made chicken and fennel pies.

Delight in this warming, hearty Italian inspired hotpot with juicy chicken, delicious vegies and plenty of filling, fibre-filled beans. The fennel adds a nice aniseed flavour, but is not overpowering.

To save time, use leftover chicken or bought barbecue chicken, remove all skin and bones before using. Tarragon is the essential flavouring for many classic French sauces and dishes. It is also blended with parsley, chives and chervil to make fines herbes. Note

This sandwich is at its best eaten warm, but if you don't have the right facilities to cook the chicken and bacon at lunch time, then cook the chicken and bacon in the morning and assemble the sandwich at work.

You could use mixed char-grilled vegetables from a delicatessen instead of the bottled variety. This recipe is best made just before serving, it’s not suitable to freeze as the mushrooms will become tough and rubbery. Note

One corn cob will give about 1 cup kernels. You can substitute frozen or drained canned kernels. Note

Tender chicken breasts stuffed with smoked salmon and goat's cheese make for a fabulous dinner party main. You could also make this recipe with double lamb cutlets or butterflied quail instead of the chicken.

Stuffing chicken breasts helps keep them moist and juicy while cooking, as well as adding a huge flavour boost to the finished dish.

Throw together this delicious dinner in just minutes with the help of a ready-made roast chook and the punchy flavour of blue cheese.