WHY CHEF-TOVERS?

REDUCE FOOD WASTE AT HOME

WE KNOW USING EVERYTHING IN YOUR FRIDGE IS TRICKIER THAN IT SOUNDS, IN FACT IN 2024,THE AVERAGE AMERICAN HOUSEHOLD WASTED 30-40% OF THE GROCERIES THEY BOUGHT.

LUCKILY, WE FOUND A FEW SIMPLE WAYS TO TRANSFORM ODDS AND ENDS OF WHAT YOU’VE GOTIN THE KITCHEN INTO DELICIOUS CHICKEN DISHES.

Make breadcrumbs:
Toast leftover burger and hotdog buns to use as breadcrumbs for Baked Chicken Cutlets.

Make a stir fry:
Use leftover grains and vegetables to make a Chicken Stir Fry.

Make a crispy, cheesy melt:
Use leftover meat to make Chopped Chicken Melts with crusty bread and melted cheese.

Make stock for soup out of your whole chicken:
Put chicken bones, vegetables, herbs and seasonings into a pot. Fill the pot with cold water then simmer for a few hours. When cooked, cool off the stock, skin the fat off the surface. Then, keep stock in fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for 6 months. Use in a Chicken Soup Recipe like this Pozole.

Give life to roasted veg:
Any leftover roasted vegetables can be easily turned into a flavorful Chicken Minestrone. Blend them with some stock to create a creamy or chunky soup. Add herbs and seasonings to taste. You can also throw in some beans, lentils, or grains (like rice or quinoa) to make it heartier.

Leftover roasted chicken is perfect for tacos:
Shred the chicken and toss it with some taco seasoning, sautéed onions, and bell peppers. Serve with tortillas, avocado, salsa, sour cream, and any other toppings you enjoy.

Leftover grains and chicken can be the base of a fresh, hearty salad:
Toss the grains with leftover chicken, add fresh vegetables (like tomatoes, cucumbers, or greens), and dress with olive oil, lemon juice, and your favorite seasonings. You can also add nuts, seeds, or cheese for texture. Check out the Spring Grilled Chicken Salad for inspiration.