Italian Microwave Chicken Food

MICROWAVE ROMANO CHICKEN

Steps:

• Butter/grease a microwave-safe baking dish (large enough to hold 4 rolled chicken breasts).
• Season the inside of the chicken breast with salt and black pepper, then place 1 slice of Swiss cheese and 1 slice ham on top of each pounded chicken breast.
• Roll up as tightly as possible and secure with toothpicks (if necessary).
• In a small bowl combine the Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, tarragon, basil and dry breadcrumbs.
• Roll/coat the rolled chicken breast into the spice/breadcrumb mixture to coat on all sides.
• Place into a baking dish, then drizzle with melted butter.
• Cook on HIGH for about 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.

MICROWAVE CHICKEN CACCIATORE

Steps:

• Combine celery, peppers, onion, garlic and mushrooms with 1 T water and 1 T butter in a 2 quart microwave-safe dish.
• Cook uncovered on high for 3-4 minutes, stirring after every minute.
• Drain.
• Stir in spaghetti sauce, olives, tomato paste, salt and pepper.
• Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise.
• Slide chicken into casserole dish with other ingredients, turning to coat with sauce.
• Arrange with meatiest portions out towards the outside of the dish.
• Cover and cook 10-12 minutes on high, or until chicken is cooked through.
• Serve over hot pasta or rice.

ITALIAN MICROWAVE CHICKEN

Steps:

• Put rice, water & tomatoes in a 2 or 3L microwave safe dish and mix.
• On top of that add the zucchini, carrot, mushrooms, onion, olives and basil leaves.
• Sit the chicken on top and sprinkle the stock powder on the vegetables and the chicken and season with salt and pepper.
• Cover the dish with a lid (microwave safe) or cling wrap and cook for 40 minutes on 90% power. I use an 1100watt oven but I wouldn't worry about altering the time if yours is less powerful.

MICROWAVE GRILLED CHICKEN COOKING METHOD

Steps:

• Marinade chick pieces for several hours or overnight. Place in microwave safe dish and microwave 100% power for 6 minutes per pound laying skin side down and covered with wax paper. turn once. Proceed to grill on preheated medium grill for 5 minutes per side.

HOW TO MICROWAVE A WHOLE CHICKEN

Steps:

• Using kitchen shears or a sharp knife, remove most of the skin from the chicken. This is easier than it sounds, especially with scissors.
• Place chicken breast side up in a microwavable pan (Pyrex is great).
• Mix salt and spices and rub all over the outer surfaces of the chicken.
• Place onion inside cavity (be sure to remove the gizzard bag first!).
• Set microwave power on 70% (or medium high).
• Microwave for about 10 minutes per pound, so 35 minutes for a 3.5 lb bird, 50 minutes for a 5 lb-er, etc.
• Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting, then enjoy! Do make sure the breast meat closest to the bone is cooked; the legs will be done before the center.

MICROWAVE ROAST CHICKEN

Steps:

• Take whole chicken and make diagonal slits in breast and thighs.
• Rub chicken with olive oil followed by salt and pepper ensuring slits are also prepared with spice.
• Place in a glass casserole dish suitable for microwave.
• I use a 900 Watt combination microwave oven, program grill and microwave for 30 - 40 minutes depending on size of chicken on full power.
• Turn chicken every 10 minutes to ensure even grilling.