November 2006   

 
 
As the weather cools it's the perfect time
to spend indoors entertaining friends, watching television or just enjoying some family time. This month, I've decided to focus on a few casual recipes that you can serve friends and family when you want to stay home and relax.
       
  Chicken Chili Verde  
  Warm Portabella Mushroom Herb Pesto  
  Buffalo Chicken Tenders Salad  
       
Before I get started I want to tell you about a program we've become involved with. On November 19th, The History Channel will be airing Desperate Crossing: The Untold Story of the Mayflower. This three-hour movie will dig deeper than any program to date into the history of the Pilgrims and their courageous voyage on the Mayflower.

Be sure to visit our website where you can see a preview of the show and enter the Cast Off For Adventure Sweepstakes. You can win several prizes -- including a trip for two to Boston -- that includes a special sail aboard the Mayflower II.

Chicken Chili Verde
Serves: 8-10
  
Chicken Chili Verde Cool weather and football season lend themselves to a tasty bowl of chili. This version is heart healthy and has a very unique blend of flavors and taste.
1 package of Pilgrim's Pride Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast (approx 10 pieces)
1 can of tomatillos, (28 oz) drained and diced
4 bell peppers charred, peeled and diced or one 7 oz can green chili, chopped
1 large onion diced
1 tbsp. chili pepper
1 tsp. cumin powder
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. butter
½ cup cilantro, chopped (leaves only)
1 Corona beer
Salt and pepper to taste
  • Rinse and dice chicken breasts. Brown in large skillet in olive oil and butter
  • Remove and set aside chicken and brown onions in skillet
  • Add tomatillos, charred peppers, seasonings and chicken
  • Stir in beer and bring to low boil then lower to simmer
  • Cook for 1 hour
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste
  • Add chopped cilantro leaves just before serving
  • Serve with warm tortillas and sour cream
© 2006 Eva Greer

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EWSH Chicken Nuggets with
Warm Portabella Mushroom Herb Pesto

Serves: 8-10
We have just introduced a great new product, EatWellStayHealthy™ Kids Nuggets and Popcorn Nuggets. These products are made from whole-muscle chicken breast meat and contain zero trans fats. They have less than half the calories, half the carbohydrates and 80% less fat per serving than the leading national brand. While the package says "kids," I've found these to be a favorite of all ages. They are great for entertaining, as a snack or even on a salad. EWSH Chicken Nuggets

 

This recipe is an exotic dipping sauce you can use with our EatWellStayHealthy™ Kids nuggets, or just about any chicken item. While it may not satisfy the pickiest of kids' palates, this is a great dish for entertaining or television snacking.

1 lb fresh Portabella mushrooms (approximately 2 large) cleaned and chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
2 tbsp. each fresh thyme, oregano, chives, chopped and Italian parsley
3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1-½ tbsp. balsamic vinegar
3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

  • Heat chicken nuggets according to instructions
  • Heat 2 tbsp oil in a medium skillet adding mushrooms and cook until moisture evaporates
  • Remove and add garlic and onions and cook until tender.
  • Transfer to food processor. Add lemon juice, vinegar, 1 tbsp olive oil and fresh herbs. Pulse until slightly course
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste
  • Transfer to a bowl and serve warm with prepared chicken nuggets
© 2006 Eva Greer

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Buffalo Chicken Tenders Salad with
Papaya and Spicy Peanut Dressing

Serves: 6
  
Dunk'en Fire Chicken Our fully cooked Buffalo Chicken Tenders and Wings have been a party staple for years. We always try to keep a few bags in the freezer so in looking for alternative ways to use them, I came across this great salad. So when you're picking up Buffalo Tenders for your next party, grab an extra bag and give this one a try.

1 package of Pilgrim's Pride Buffalo Tenders (cook per package instructions)
1 package of spring salad mix (10 oz bag)
½ cup extra crunchy peanut butter
½ tsp. pepper flakes
1 shallot
3 garlic cloves
¼ cup oyster sauce
2 tbsp teriyaki sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup rice vinegar
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
½ tsp chili paste
1 ripe papaya
Chives to garnish (chopped)
Dash of salt

  • Combine all of the ingredients except chicken, papaya and salad in blender and mix until smooth
  • Place mixed salad greens on serving plate
  • Cut papaya in half, remove seeds and cut off skin
  • Cut papaya into quarters and then cut these into ¼ inch thick slices
  • Cut lemon and squeeze juice over the papaya slices
  • Cut pre-cooked Buffalo Tenders into bite size pieces
  • Arrange papaya slices and Buffalo Tenders on top of the salad mix
  • Drizzle the peanut dressing over the Buffalo Tenders and papaya
© 2006 Eva Greer

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Whole Turkey with
Chestnut Turkey Sausage Stuffing

Serves: 15
We couldn’t send a November newsletter without at least one turkey recipe. This is a classic turkey recipe with a delicious turkey sausage dressing. For additional turkey cooking tips or recipes, visit our website. EWSH Chicken Nuggets

12 pound Pilgrim's Pride turkey, fresh or frozen (thawed)
1 tsp. salt
½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
1 pound turkey breakfast sausage
2 Cups chopped onion
1 French baguette (10 ounces), cut into 1-inch cubes
1 can (15-½ ounces) chestnuts, drained
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
½ tsp. dried thyme
½ tsp. dried sage
½ tsp. pepper
1 cup of reduced-sodium chicken bouillon
½ cup raspberry glaze
As needed red and green grapes, washed and dried

Turkey

  • Remove giblets and neck from turkey; reserve for gravy. Rinse turkey with cold running water and drain well. Blot dry with paper towels
  • Sprinkle salt and pepper in the cavities of the bird
  • Fold neck skin and fasten to the back with skewers, fold the wings under the back of the turkey. Return legs to tucked position
Stuffing
  • In large non-stick skillet, over medium-high heat, saute turkey sausage and onions 5 to 7 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink. Drain
  • In large bowl combine turkey sausage mixture, bread cubes, chestnuts, parsley, thyme, sage and pepper. Add turkey broth and stir to moisten
  • Lightly spoon stuffing into turkey or a (9-X 12-inch) baking pan, sprayed with vegetable cooking spray (Cover casserole and bake at 350 degrees F. 45 minutes)
Roasting
  • Place turkey, breast side up, on a rack in a large shallow (no more than 2-½" deep) roasting pan
  • Insert an oven-safe thermometer into thickest part of the thigh, being careful it does not touch the bone
  • Roast turkey in a preheated 325 degree F oven about 3-½ hours (total roasting time). Baste with the pan juices
  • During the last 30 minutes of roasting time, baste the bird with the Raspberry Glaze
  • Continue to roast until the thermometer registers 180 degrees F in the thigh, 170 degrees F in the breast and 165 degrees F in the stuffing
  • Remove turkey from the oven and allow the bird to rest for 15-20 minutes before carving
  • Place on a warm large platter and garnish with green and red grapes. Serve with Peach Chutney and Cranberry Chutney

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Send your recipes, questions and suggestions to
recipe@pilgrimspride.com and we'll share selected recipes in future newsletters.

Greta Pilgrim-Owens

www.pilgrimspride.com
110 S. Texas St.
Pittsburg, TX 75686
1-800-824-1159