Grill This: Ricotta Chicken


Updated 06/05/11 5:59 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Grilled Chicken Recipe

Sometimes the best recipes come from the most unexpected places. Take this amazing grilled ricotta chicken. Years ago when my dad bought a new gas grill, it came with a small recipe booklet. I selected this one and it quickly became one of our favorite dishes of all time! A mixture of ricotta, parsley, and spices is stuffed under the skin of a flattened chicken. The whole thing is grilled until Read more

How to Grill a Chicken Under a Brick


Updated 05/23/11 5:20 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Make Chicken Under a Brick

The technique for cooking a chicken under a brick is not a new one. It's been practiced in Tuscany, where it's known as pollo al mattone, for hundreds of years. However, only recently did I start enjoying this crispy-skinned, juicy chicken at home. In order to grill a whole chicken under a brick, it must be flattened. Don't be intimidated, the method is easy and the resulting chicken delicious. Read more

Sunday BBQ: Grilled Chicken With Watermelon Glaze


Updated 09/05/10 9:05 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 0 comments

Recipe For Grilled Chicken With Watermelon Glaze

This grilled chicken recipe is perfect for Summer's last hurrah this Labor Day weekend, making good use of two warm-weather favorites: barbecue and watermelon. At an outdoor BBQ it's not unusual to see seasonal fruit alongside the meaty main dish, but how about dressing your poultry with the juicy bounty? This fresh take on barbecued chicken will surprise your fellow BBQ-goers with its sweet Read more

Sick of Barbecue Sauce? Then Use Buttermilk!


Updated 08/19/10 12:23 PM · Posted by partysugar · 3 comments

Grilled Buttermilk Chicken Recipe

As much as I love sticky, sweet barbecued chicken, there're only so many times you can eat it during the Summer. That's why I recently looked for an alternative to barbecue sauce and decided to give this buttermilk-marinated grilled chicken a chance. The buttermilk, which is seasoned with lots of garlic cloves and fresh rosemary sprigs, tenderizes the chicken. The key to making this chicken Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Grilled Chicken Salad


Updated 02/08/12 10:49 AM · Posted by partysugar · 1 comment

Grilled Chicken Salad Recipe

During the warmer months, when in need of a rapid and simple dinner, I recommend turning to the grilled chicken salad. It's a hearty meal that incorporates protein, greens, and vegetables. Chicken is quick-cooking, and a balsamic vinaigrette makes use of pantry items. Then toss in whatever ingredients you have on hand to make the salad more special. This recipe calls for grapes, goat cheese, and Read more

KFC Braves Another Grilled Chicken Giveaway


Updated 10/27/09 6:23 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 3 comments

KFC Giving Away Free Chicken on Monday, Oct. 26

Now that KFC's finally named a winner in its search for the right grilled chicken spokesperson, the chain is ready for yet another Kentucky Grilled Chicken giveaway. Declaring next Monday, Oct. 26 "UNFry Day," KFC will be handing out one free piece of grilled chicken to customers at more than 5,000 restaurants across the US. The fast food company's last grilled chicken giveaway, which was backed Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Grilled Bruschetta Chicken


Updated 02/08/12 10:48 AM · Posted by partysugar · 1 comment

Fast and Easy Recipe For Grilled Bruschetta Chicken

I've had bruschetta on the brain lately, as I take advantage of tomato season while it lasts. So rather than limit my tomato and basil toppings to crusty bread, I'm adding this marinated chicken recipe to my dinner repertoire — it's perfect for a warm evening when you're short on time. This dish is cooked on the grill, then topped with caprese-inspired ingredients for a delicious, melty meal. Read more

'Wich of the Week: Cilantro Chicken Panini


Updated 06/21/09 9:14 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 8 comments

Recipe For Cilantro Pesto Chicken Panini

At the farmers market near the Sugar offices, there's an Afghan food stand that sells all sorts of innovative breads and spreads, including a pesto sauce made from cilantro instead of the standard basil. I love the simplicity of the classic margherita pizza, and used that as inspiration for this panino. The cilantro pesto combines perfectly with fresh tomato and grilled chicken. Instead of using Read more

KFC President Issues YouTube Apology, Offers Raincheck


Updated 12/09/09 12:57 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 16 comments

KFC President Issues YouTube Apology, Offers Raincheck

Oprah's KFC promotion for a free Kentucky Grilled Chicken meal has not only caused a lot of controversy, but sky-high demand also has KFC stores across the country turning away customers. In response, KFC president Roger Eaton has taken a strikingly similar approach to Domino's by issuing an apology to patrons via YouTube. In exchange for the inconvenience customers have gone through, Eaton Read more

Oprah Stirs the Pot With Free KFC Offer


Updated 07/12/09 12:22 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 45 comments

Oprah Stirs the Pot With Free KFC Offer

Two days ago, Oprah offered her viewers a free coupon for KFC's new grilled chicken — complete with sides and biscuit. The promotion took off, and by the next day, Oprah's KFC coupons were the fifth most popular search on Google. But rather than getting recognition for offering her viewers bargain bites, Oprah's fallen under fire for the move. Last year, the talk show guru was named PETA's Read more