It's afternoon, and we're planning to watch a little movie. So, what's going to be our snack alongside the popcorn? We have chicken in the fridge, and we're going to make deliciously crispy golden chicken nuggets! Let's make them before time slips away (fortunately, they're quick to prepare).

Ingredients:
• 1 chicken breast and 2 thighs
• 120g all-purpose flour
• 25g cornflour
• 250g beer
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp cayenne pepper
• ½ tsp black pepper

This recipe for oven-baked chicken with pumpkin and sweet potato is a dish that ex-udes the aromatic and warm atmosphere of winter evenings and Christmas. This tradi-tional dish will warm you up and fill you with its delicious flavors, providing a unique taste experience. With carefully selected vegetables and aromatic spices, this dish is easy to prepare and is perfect for a cozy family gathering or a romantic dinner.

Ingredients:
1 whole chicken
400g pumpkin, diced
300g sweet potato, diced
4 carrots, sliced
3 portobello mushrooms, cut into large pieces
2 oranges (1 sliced, the other juiced) Orange zest
1 leek, sliced (white part only)
3 cloves garlic, sliced 1 bay leaf
1 piece fresh ginger, grated
Olive oil
Salt, pepper, thyme

A chicken roll that is perfect for a festive table and can be served to your guests. Although traditionally the main dish for big celebrations in Greece was lamb or pork roasted in the oven, the roll has become popular especially among housewives who had a million things to take care of on holidays. It was a special and tasty dish that could be prepared in advance the day before, and on the day of the celebration, they only had to bake it.

Ingredients:

• 1 large chicken opened for a roll (ask your butcher to open it for you)
• 2 sweet potatoes cut into pieces
• 5-6 boiled chestnuts cut in half
• 1 quince sliced
• 3 dried figs finely chopped
• 50g white wine
• 400g chicken broth

For the filling:

• 400g mixed minced meat (beef-pork)
• 250g mushrooms finely chopped in a food processor
• 50g white wine
• 5 boiled chestnuts finely chopped
• 2 tbsp raisins soaked in wine
• 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
• 1 onion finely chopped
• 1 leek finely chopped
• 1 packet of pine nuts
• 1 pomegranate cleaned
• olive oil
• salt and pepper

For the sauce:

• 2 tbsp corn flour
• salt and pepper

A super easy recipe that you must try. It's light, healthy, and if you remove the skin, it becomes super diet-friendly. It's so easy that you and your family will be making it constantly and experimenting with different vegetables and flavors. Serve each packet on individual plates and let them open it up to release the aromas and flavors!

Ingredients:
6 chicken breasts, cut into large chunks
1 onion, roughly chopped
2 cloves of garlic, sliced
2 carrots, sliced
2 zucchinis, thickly sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
2 large potatoes, cut into large chunks
3-4 portobello mushrooms, sliced
1/4 cup white wine
1 tbsp fresh oregano
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tbsp mustard
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper
Parchment paper
Kitchen twine

Discover the delight of traditional cuisine with this wonderful recipe for Chicken with Mushrooms and Feta. This dish combines the freshness of mushrooms with the rich flavor of chicken and the light tanginess of feta, creating a meal that will satisfy and impress.
It is the perfect choice for those seeking a hearty and satisfying meal without the heaviness of excessive fats. The mushrooms add an elegant taste and texture to the dish, while the feta provides a light salty note that complements the harmony of flavors.
Get ready to enjoy this exceptional recipe, which blends tradition with simplicity and authenticity with freshness.

Ingredients:
2 chicken breasts, skinless, cut into large pieces
10 white mushrooms, quartered
1 onion, finely chopped
1 leek, finely chopped
5 sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
200g chicken broth
150g yogurt
150g crumbled feta cheese
 Olive oil
Salt and pepper
Finely chopped parsley

A fantastic appetizer for wine tasting and beyond. Each bite will remind you of the countryside, your grandmother, and the aromas will surely take you back to your childhood.

Our ingredients:

• 200g chicken livers
• 1 large onion
• 3 eggs
• 20g butter
• Salt, pepper, oregano
• A drizzle of olive oil

A Flavorful Delight for Festive Occasions

A pilafi dish that combines the sophisticated taste of chicken livers with the richness of spices and aromatic ingredients, creating a dish that will impress you. This pilafi is perfect for festive meals and celebratory gatherings, offering an unparalleled culinary experience.

The chicken livers are the main ingredient of this recipe, providing a unique and refined flavor. The accompanying pilafi is made with wild American rice and enriched with the aromatic notes of spices. The addition of figs and chestnuts adds a subtle sweetness and texture to the dish, while pine nuts contribute a characteristic and distinct crunch.

Prepare to indulge in the richness of flavors and the high-quality ingredients in this exceptional recipe. Whether you're hosting a special occasion or simply seeking a gourmet dining experience, this pilafi with chicken livers is sure to leave a lasting impression.

Ingredients:

• 500g chicken livers
• 1 dry onion, finely chopped
• 200g wild American rice
• 400g chicken broth
• 4-5 dried figs, finely chopped
• 3-4 boiled chestnuts, finely chopped
• 50g pine nuts
• 3-4 cloves
• 2 tbsp butter
• ½ wine glass white wine
• Olive oil (as needed)
• Salt and freshly ground pepper
• Parsley for garnish

They brought me fresh eggplants from the Kipous (its a village)of Kymi. These eggplants from the Kymi region are renowned for their sweetness. Today is hot and sunny, what a joy! So, I'm going to make them with chicken. Light and not too heavy, roasted in the oven, it will turn out wonderful! I gather my ingredients and head to the kitchen quickly!

Ingredients:
•    5-6 Tsakoniki eggplants
•    1 medium-sized chicken
•    2 Florina peppers
•    4 cloves of garlic, sliced
•    ½ bunch of finely chopped parsley
•    1 large onion, sliced
•    2 ripe tomatoes, pureed
•    Olive oil
•    Salt, pepper, thyme
•    Chicken broth

An alternative magiritsa recipe for those who don't eat lamb or goat offal. It is very tasty, and of course, you can make it all year round. Let's not forget that chicken livers have been, are, and will be a great delicacy in all their preparations!

Our ingredients:

1 kilogram of chicken livers, cleaned

1 bunch of fresh onions, finely chopped

2 heads of lettuce, roughly chopped

2 medium-sized onions, dried

½ cup of Carolina rice

1 bunch of dill, finely chopped

1 bunch of parsley

2 tablespoons of fresh butter

½ cup of grelia olive oil

Salt and pepper

For the avgolemono (egg-lemon sauce):

2 juicy lemons

2 eggs

Salt and pepper

A classic and emblematic dish of Crete, often served at weddings, celebrations, baptisms, and more. When attending a wedding, two questions arise: whether the bride was beautiful and if the pilafi turned out well! A housewife's skills are judged by this dish; hence, in Crete, you'll find the most delicious pilafi.
The housewife applies all her culinary artistry, utilizing the simplicity of the ingredients and the method of preparation. Crete offers the most flavorful, pure ingredients. The dish simmers gently, and we have nothing to do but savor this unique creation.

Ingredients:
• 1 large chicken, cut into portions
• 1 kilogram zygouri (a type of lamb larger than one year old, weighing over 15 kilograms)
• 500 grams Carolina rice (about 2 cups)
• Lemon juice
• Lemon zest
• Salt and pepper
• 2 tbsp butter

Aim for a top-notch culinary experience with the captivating recipe of Oven-Roasted Chicken with vibrant vegetables. This traditional Greek dish combines the convenience of oven cooking with the freshness and flavors of quality vegetables and juicy chicken. Its delightful combination of flavors will transport you to cherished memories and evoke pleasant emotions. Let's get started!

Our Ingredients:
1 chicken, cut into pieces
2 zucchinis, sliced
2 eggplants, sliced
2 carrots, sliced
2 portobello mushrooms, sliced
2 tomatoes, diced
1 onion, sliced
3 cloves of garlic, sliced
Olive oil
Salt, pepper, oregano, thyme
Chicken broth or water

Cannelloni with Chicken and Leeks
A wonderful, flavorful, and mouthwatering dish that will leave no leftovers. The kids will love it, and you'll definitely want to make a double batch because I'm sure you'll want more!
Ingredients:
• 1 package of cannelloni tubes For the Filling:
• ½ kg ground chicken
• 4 leeks, finely chopped
• 2-3 cloves of minced garlic
• 100g grated smoked cheese
• 100g grated spicy cheese
• 500g vegetable or chicken broth
• 2 egg whites
• ½ cup white wine
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper
• Butter
For the Cream Sauce:
• 1 liter milk
• 50g butter
• 50g olive oil
• 100g all-purpose flour
• 2 egg yolks
• 200g spicy cheese
• Salt, pepper, and nutmeg

A classic traditional Sunday dish in many households. It reminds us of our mothers, our grandmothers, gatherings, beautiful moments filled with laughter, joy, jokes, with our beloved ones. Personally, it reminds me of the clay pot my mother used to put in the wood-fired oven on Sundays in Alepochori, with our aunts and cousins gathered around. How beautiful it was!! Dad would light the oven and gather the ingredients from the garden (tomatoes, onions, garlic, and even ingredients for the salad), mom would prepare the food, and we, the kids, would go to the big table with cutlery, glasses, etc. to set it nicely. Our aunt would teach us, "Fork on the right, and the glass!"...and our uncle...Leave it to the kids!!! Why? Because if it's the other way around, won't we eat? The house was filled with the aroma of the sauce, and there was a battle over who would bring the hot bread to the table (he would cut us a piece after all the games we had played), because we would nibble on it, dipping it in the oil from the salad! Then, dad would take out the clay pot and place it on the table. Prayer always preceded, and we would dive into the food! I wasn't too fond of meat, so I would try to take the smallest piece and load my plate with pasta. Before serving, I would sprinkle grated cheese on the bottom of my plate, so it would mix with the sauce and the pasta...and of course, another sprinkle of cheese on top! One strange thing, though...no matter how many times I make this dish, the aroma always takes me back to those years, to the same memories, and while cooking, I smile and think of those times, but the taste of mom's dish is never the same...no matter how hard I try, it's never the same. Maybe it's missing the ingredients from dad's garden, maybe the clay pot, maybe the wood that gave a different aroma to the food, or maybe it's the childhood memory that magnified events due to excitement and innocence...but it was never the same. The dish we present today is an old last piece that reminds me of grandma's food...

Ingredients:
•    1 chicken, cut into pieces
•    2 large onions, finely chopped
•    3 garlic cloves, sliced
•    5 ripe tomatoes, grated, or 1 can of crushed tomatoes
•    1 glass of red wine
•    1 tbsp tomato paste
•    1 liter chicken broth
•    1 package of macaroni (6N) made from durum wheat
•    Olive oil
•    Salt, pepper, 4-5 allspice berries, 2 bay leaves, 1 tsp smoked paprika, thyme, a pinch of sugar
•    Grated cheese for serving

There's no need to say much about this dish... needless to say, whenever it's served, not a single grain remains! It's one of those dishes that you eat and lick your fingers!!!
With the basic ingredients that have intense flavor on their own, there's no need to add many vegetables to make it tasty because it has divine flavor on its own.

Our ingredients:
1 chicken, cut into portions or pieces
1/2 cup olive oil
1 onion, chopped into 4 pieces
 2-3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
1 can of crushed tomatoes (half of it will be blended)
½ wine glass of dry white wine
½ kilogram of small pasta (kritharaki)
3-4 cloves
Salt and pepper

Rooster cooked in wine sauce
Who hasn't tried the wonderful rooster cooked in wine with hilopites (a type of Greek pasta) or thick macaroni? Full of aromas and flavors that remind you of the countryside! Let's cook a beloved traditional recipe.

Ingredients:
1 rooster, around 1 ½ - 2 kg, cut into pieces
½ cup small hilopites (Greek pasta)
½ cup olive oil
3 dry onions, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
2-3 tablespoons tomato paste
3 ripe tomatoes, peeled and crushed
½ cup red wine
200g grated mizithra cheese (a traditional Greek cheese)
1 teaspoon sugar
? teaspoon cinnamon
? teaspoon nutmeg
? teaspoon cloves
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper

Today, I went down to Varvakeios Market in Athens to stock up my kitchen with everything it needs. Of course, I also visited the spice shops. They are a treasure trove, offering every spice - and more - you could ever want, along with culinary suggestions and flavor combinations. I love hearing such stories. Unfortunately, due to the mask-wearing era of Covid, I couldn't smell or discern the aroma of each spice. I patiently waited, looking at the colorful spices inside their jars. Once the customers were served, I stayed to chat with the incredibly helpful and knowledgeable salesperson. I focused on curry. Its scent, like a dream, took me back... to the School of Tourism Professions... where, as a child, I had my first taste of chicken with curry. You see, my mother never used curry in her cooking. Since then, whenever I smell curry, the first thing that comes to mind is the school! We all associate certain scents with events or people in our lives. Anyway, without further ado, I bought fresh curry (the one I have at home is old and has lost its potency) to make a recipe with it. Classic curry (with its golden color) pairs perfectly with almost all types of food - from vegetables to fish, meat, poultry, rice, seafood, legumes, even in sauces and dairy products (cream, yogurt, coconut milk, almond milk, etc.). So, I decided to make chicken burgers in the oven with curry since I have chicken mince on hand.

Our Ingredients:

• 500g chicken mince
• 2 dried onions, minced
• 2 cloves of garlic, mashed
• 2 egg whites
• 1/2 bunch finely chopped parsley
• 1 tsp finely chopped coriander
• 30g olive oil
• 30g liquid soda
• 2-3 slices of crusty bread or breadcrumbs (grated rusks)
• 1 tsp curry powder
• Salt, pepper, cayenne pepper

Discover a fresh, flavorful, and satisfying salad that will fill you with energy and contentment. Chicken salad with rice is a tasty combination of delicious ingredients that will captivate your attention.
This easy salad strikes the perfect balance between the tender taste of chicken, the texture of rice, and the refreshing crispness of vegetables. The addition of a light and creamy sauce adds a distinct aroma and texture to this recipe.
Chicken salad with rice is a wonderful choice for a meal that is light yet nutritious and flavorful.

Our ingredients:
•    2 cooked or boiled chicken fillets, shredded or finely chopped
•    1 finely chopped onion
•    ½ cup boiled corn kernels
•    ½ cup boiled kidney beans
•    ½ green bell pepper
•    ½ red bell pepper
•    ½ yellow bell pepper
•    ? cup finely chopped parsley
•    2 cups cooked rice of your preference
For the sauce:
•    100g yogurt
•    50g mayonnaise
•    30g mustard
•    50g honey
•    A squeeze of lemon juice
•    Salt and pepper to taste

A delicious and easy-to-make chicken dish that is favored by newlyweds, working individuals, bachelors, and students due to its simplicity and flavor. The crispy skin of the chicken will delight you, and you'll find yourself making it often!

Ingredients:
•    1 large chicken, cut into portions
•    1 cup baby or medium-sized potatoes
•    2 tsp thyme
•    ½ tsp chili powder
•    2 tsp smoked paprika
•    2 tsp granulated garlic
•    ½ tsp cumin
•    ½ tsp pepper
•    1 tsp salt
•    2 tsp brown sugar
•    ½ tsp powdered mustard
•    Juice of 1 juicy lemon
•    200g beer
•    Olive oil

Delicious and flavorful chicken giouvarlakia, a traditional Greek dish, perfect for the whole family. Have you ever tried it? Well, it's one of my favorite soups, as well as the kids'. With the addition of vegetables, it becomes not only nutritious but also incredibly tasty.

Our Ingredients:

For the chicken meatballs:

½ kg ground chicken

1 egg

1 large onion, finely chopped

50g olive oil

150g Carolina rice

2 tsp finely chopped dill (optional)

A little flour

Salt and pepper

For the soup:

1 carrot, diced

1 potato, diced

1 small onion, diced

1 ½ liters water or vegetable broth

For the binding (optional):

2 eggs Lemon juice

1 tsp corn flour

A recipe that comes to us from Switzerland, and we'll see it with many variations. We can find it with different types of meat such as pork, beef, chicken, filled with various types of cheese (Emmental, Edam, Gouda, Blue cheese, etc.), cold cuts (bacon, boiled ham, etc.), or even filled with spinach, fried, or baked in the oven. The "blue ribbon" which the name translates to, was a symbol of honor for the Order of Knights from 1578.
The serving also has its variations, as we can find it with cheese cream or mustard cream, topped with grated cheese and vegetables such as tomato slices, etc. The Greek variation includes filling it with Metsovone cheese and smoked pork, and gratineed with eggplant, feta cheese, and tomato.

Our Ingredients:
•    4 chicken breasts
•    4 slices of ham or bacon
•    4 slices of Emmental cheese
•    4 slices of Cheddar cheese
•    1 tomato, thinly sliced
•    2 beaten eggs
•    1 cup of breadcrumbs
•    2 tablespoons of flour
•    ? teaspoon of chili powder
•    ? teaspoon of turmeric
•    Salt, pepper, granulated garlic
•    Olive oil for frying

Winter clean soup that I discovered in a village in KastroSykias and fell in love with this recipe for velvety chicken soup with pumpkin and sweet potato is a traditional, warm and fragrant dish that will warm you up during the cold days of winter. This soup has a silky texture and is full of vegetable and chicken flavors that will offer you a delightful culinary experience. With pumpkin and sweet potato adding their unique taste, this soup is a dish that will make you feel like you are in a warm embrace during the winter.

Ingredients:
1 medium chicken, cut into pieces
300g pumpkin, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
2 sweet potatoes, chopped
1 leek (white part only), chopped
1 small piece of ginger,
finely grated Butter
Salt, pepper

The chicken omelette is a healthy and nutritious choice, packed with protein and delightful flavor. This complete meal combines nutritious chicken with vibrant vegetables, resulting in an exceptional taste that will please your palate.

Not only is the chicken omelette delicious, but it is also nourishing. Chicken provides rich protein, essential for muscle growth and immune system support. The colorful vegetables we add, such as peppers, tomatoes, and onions, contribute freshness, nutrients, and deliciousness to our recipe.

Our ingredients:

• 1 chicken fillet, cut into small pieces
• 2 eggs
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• ½ red bell pepper, finely chopped
• ½ green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 tomato, deseeded and finely chopped
• Grated cheese
• Salt and pepper
• Olive oil

There's something warm, something filled with love and care in a velvety chicken soup. It's a recipe that will warm your heart and enhance your sense of well-being. This soup combines the rich flavor of chicken with the smooth texture and aromatic taste of vegetables. With the addition of potatoes, carrots, and celery, the soup gains even more richness in flavor and texture. It's the perfect meal to enjoy on a cold winter day or to share with loved ones, creating moments of love and pleasure. Get ready to savor this delicious and nourishing soup that will embrace you with its warmth and flavor.

Ingredients:

700g chicken, cut into cubes
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 large potatoes, diced
2 large carrots, diced
1/2 celery root, cubed
1 liter chicken broth
2 tbsp butter
50g heavy cream
2 tbsp flour
1 cup milk
Salt and pepper, to taste

Returning from Crete, among all the goodies I brought, I had "Xinohondro." I will make it with chicken that I got from Mrs. Maria in my village (you know, the village chickens that still have their yellow fat and give all their deliciousness), tomatoes from my father's garden, and extra virgin olive oil from Mani. When you have wonderful ingredients, you don't need many ingredients or spices to make a tasty dish. So, simply, modestly...

Ingredients:
•    500g chicken fillet, cut into small pieces
•    400g "Xinohondro" (Cretan sour wheat)
•    1 dry onion, finely chopped
•    2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
•    4-5 mushrooms, sliced
•    2 ripe tomatoes, crushed
•    700g vegetable broth
•    Extra virgin olive oil
•    Salt and pepper