Chicken

Tender, marinated, sticky barbecue chicken drumettes are the perfect finger food with which to entertain guests. Kids love them too!

This end-of-the-week favourite gets a contemporary makeover here by adding chilli and pesto ... and for the kids, you can simply leave out the chilli.

Spicy, saucy chicken drumsticks - the ultimate finger food for parties! Packed full of flavour, these drumettes are sure to satisfy any taste buds.

We show you how to turn roast chicken into a gourmet meal the whole family will be raving about! The chicken pieces are also ideal to take to a picnic or add to school and work lunch boxes.

Enjoy a hearty Sunday roast with chicken marinated in herbs, butter and mustard for that extra flavour.

Enjoy these light, refreshing chicken and mango rice paper rolls on a warm summer's afternoon. A Vietnamese classic, the rolls are wonderful served as finger food with a zesty chilli lime dipping sauce.

Take some inspiration from Portugal with this spicy aromatic chicken and rice dish seasoned with paprika, oregano, chilli and garlic

This enjoyable meal takes just twenty minutes to create and with ginger, garlic and hoi sin sauce seaping into the tender chicken fillet you'll be sure to make it again.

Tender pieces of chicken contrast with crunchy cashews, sprouts and toasted pepitas to create this healthy and delicious meal.

This juicy chicken is brimming with flavours of parsley, thyme, lemon and garlic while grilled veggies keep this dish as healthy as it is tasty.

A quick and easy weeknight dinner idea.

Polenta is a low carbohydrate food, rich in vitamins A and C, making it a good source of carotenoids.

Chutney and a green salad give this tasty meal a refreshing edge.

This is a more traditional take on the popular Italian chicken dish, often seen served as a single schnitzel in Australian pubs. Tender chicken is cooked in a fragrant, hearty tomato sauce and topped with oozy, melted cheese to create a classic chicken parmigiana.

Serve this chicken salad for lunch or dinner - it's delicious!

Prepare these succulent spatchcocks in advance then give them a spicy and herbaceous kick to make them dinner worthy for any occasion.

You only need 30 minutes to make this creamy, juicy mushroom and chicken dinner delight and you don't need to worry about washing up - everyone will be licking their plates clean!

This boisterous dish features moist chicken breast marinated in lemon, herbs and spices. Served with fresh vegetables and a pungent mayonnaise, it will sing off the plate at a birthday or any social occasion.

Escape to the villas of rural France with all the delicious flavours of coq au vin but only 20 minutes of the cooking time.

This creamy French stew is made with creme friache and butter to give you a delicious meal filled with juicy chicken and veggies.

Crispy skinned chicken is grilled to tender perfection and stuffed with a salty and fragrant caper, anchovy and rosemary filling. Serve with steamed potatoes and mixed greens for a complete meal.

No need to spend hours cleaning up with this delicious one-pot meal. Juicy chicken is roasted to perfection with salty olives, garlic potatoes and a seasoning of rosemary.

This tasty caserecci pasta will be ready to eat in just 30 minutes. Enjoy salty green olives and spicy chorizo with capsicum and chicken in this healthy Italian dish.

There is nothing more comforting than a hot pie on a cold winter's night. Combining the classic flavours of chicken, wine, mushrooms and bacon, this modern twist on coq au vin will win the whole family over.

This fast family pasta dinner, with chicken and mushroom in a creamy mustard sauce, is perfect comfort food for cool nights. Everyone will love curling up with a bowl to themselves.

Give classic butter chicken a rise, by incorporating New Zealand-revered sweet potato and encasing it with layers of flaky filo pastry.

Fill up the family with this sweet and spicy chicken and kumara roast bursting with flavours of honey, garlic and green chilli.

No one will know this succulent chicken dish took just 30 minutes to make. With tangy sumac, roasted tomatoes and a cheesy polenta puree this will soon become a favourite.

This aromatic and easy to prepare classic thai stir-fry is able to tingle the senses at any lunch or dinner time.

Embrace the wok and whip up this flavour-packed chicken stiry fry for your friends and family. Full of Vietnamese herbs and spices, rice noodles and toasted almonds, this is a delicious dish for any occasion.

Serve your guests this delicious canape that takes just 15 minutes to make. Just drizzle cranberry sauce over juicy chicken strips and serve on a crisp lettuce leaf.

You can make this in advance and freeze it for later or divide it into individual takeaway portions to give away. Simply defrost and heat.

The addition of fresh mint, peas and ricotta adds a wonderfully fragrant and creamy note to these delicious chicken meatballs. Served in a rich tomato sauce over fresh pasta, it makes a great family meal.

The thoughtfully prepared sides make this simple chicken dish extra special.

These tasty Thai spiced meatballs are infused with a fragrant coriander and rolled in crunchy coconut for an authentic flavour kick. Serve up with steamed Asian greens and a sweet chilli dipping sauce for a tasty and nutritious dinner.

These quick chicken skewers will have everyone coming back for more with a smooth satay sauce. Serve with a fresh salad and you have a healthy meal even the kids can't resist.

This cheesy chicken and vegie bake can be made in individual dishes or one big one. It's a budget family meal that is packed full of flavour and goodness.

Sprinkle over the bhuja mix just before serving, to preserve the crunch!

Keep a healthy theme going by swapping fried chicken or nuggets for delicious poppy-crumbed bingo wings.

The bird is the word! Cheep and cheerful, nothing will go to waste with chicken.

Perk yourself up tonight with these quick and tasty crispy chicken tacos. The whole family will love them!

Homemade satay is simply the best with its crunchy peanuts and tangy flavour. You can use nibbles, drumsticks or thighs for this recipe. The noodle salad makes it a complete meal – and in just 40 minutes.

From carrot and beetroot to cheese and bacon, fill the rolls with whatever ingredients you like!

Family Fave! A pie is the perfect way to feed the masses.

There couldn’t be an easier way to make a fun, tasty family dinner. And it makes a little chicken go a long way. Try this with pork or beef too.

This Anglo-Indian chicken and rice soup is hearty enough as a meal on its own.

Everyone loves lasagne! Try my nourishing twist on a family fave.

Succulent chicken schnitzel drizzled with mayonnaise and enjoyed in a doughy bread roll. What more could you want? It's the 20 minute wonder you'll be making again and again.

Gourmet sandwiches worthy of any picnic, these are two very different fillings which both work extremely well stuffed in a fluffy baguette. Italian flavours are channeled with fresh salami and antipasto veggies, while an zesty chilli lime sauce and shredded chicken creates a Vietnamese style lunch.

Replace pistachio kernels with peanuts. Use curry powder instead of curry paste. You’ll need 1 1/2 teaspoons. Note

When preparing cabbage, make sure you remove all the hard core and thick veins. Sambal oelek is a Malaysian/Indonesian chilli sauce and kecap manis is an Indonesian sweet soy sauce. You’ll find both in the Asian section of the supermarket or at Asian food stores. Note

Comfort in a bowl.

The traditional Asian soup is packed full of fresh ingredients that will warm your insides and nourish your soul. Perfect for a chilly winter evening.

Be careful not to overcook your risotto rice – the grains should be al dente.

These seasonal favourites are perfect for cosy autumnal evenings. As the recipes cook, your home will be filled with beautiful aromas that the whole family will thank you for.

Chutney and a green salad give this tasty meal a refreshing edge.

This salad makes a simple lunch or supper that’s sure to satisfy.

Step away from the ready-made packet variety and whip up a fresh batch in your own kitchen.

You can't go past the classics.

You don't need to miss out on a nutritious and delicious dinner when you're lost for time after work. With juicy chicken that's packed with flavour this recipe is a crowd-pleaser.

Can-do dinner. There’s a reason this BBQ cooking method is still a hit – because it’s great!

How to join a chicken: Remove string, place chicken on a board, and cut skin around leg with knife against carcass then press leg joint outwards to expose the joint. Cut through and slip point of knife under the hack to release the maryland (drumstick and thigh). Repeat with other side. Separate into thighs and […]

This gluten-free stuffing has endless variations. Add nuts or dried fruit, and other herbs and spices. To tie up a chicken, place it on its back. Pull skin over neck and secure by folding wing tips back over skin. Run string around wings and underneath to cross over back. Turn chicken over and bring string […]

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. If cooking chicken the day before, reserve some of the cooking liquid to pour over the sliced chicken meat before refrigerating. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. To prepare rice vermicelli, put 150g vermicelli into a large bowl and cover with boiling water. Soak for 5 minutes, then drain and run under cold water. Note

Suitable to freeze. Suitable to microwave. If you are short of time, omit the mustard seeds, extra onion and butter, then stir the spinach through the butter chicken at the end of the cooking time. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

1 barbecued chicken will yield 3 cups (480g) shredded meat. You could use poached or pan-fried chicken breasts or thighs, if preferred. Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze . Cherry Compote suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

You will need a large barbecued chicken for this recipe. Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Add a little extra honey to dressing if it is too tart. Toast almonds in a dry frying pan over a medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden. Note

If the skin of the chicken doesn’t get crispy enough in the cooking time, simply place the chicken under the grill for about 2 minutes. Note

Suitable to freeze (without mustard, cream, peas and parsley). Not suitable to microwave. Note

There's no need to wait for a family gathering or until you get a group of friends together before you can enjoy a roast meal. Sit down together to our roast chicken for two and enjoy!

Green chicken curry goes exceptionally well with a golden, crispy pastry lid.

This recipe is best made close to serving. Note

Enjoy this warming, fragrant chicken broth as the base for your next casserole or risotto, or simple enjoy on it's own as a light soup on a cold winter's evening.

If you like a stronger blue cheese taste, use the whole 90g packet of creamy blue cheese. Note

Who could resist a bowl of Asian-style sticky wings? Great for the barbecue, kids’ parties… any occasion, really.

To soak the bamboo skewers, place them in a shallow dish of hot water for 15-20 minutes-this helps reduce scorching during cooking. Note

This delicious creamy curry will become a family favourite. Even the kids will love it!