Best 7 Grandpas Chicken Recipes

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Grandpa's Chicken, a Southern classic dish, is a delightful combination of crispy fried chicken and a flavorful gravy made from scratch. This recipe has been passed down through generations, and for good reason. The chicken is tender and juicy on the inside, with a golden-brown, crispy coating on the outside. The gravy is rich and savory, with a perfect balance of herbs and spices. In this article, we'll provide you with step-by-step instructions for making both the chicken and the gravy, along with variations and tips to customize the dish to your liking. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, you'll find everything you need to create this delicious Southern comfort food in your own kitchen. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with Grandpa's Chicken!

Let's cook with our recipes!

GRANDPA'S GARDEN CHICKEN SOUP



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Grandpa sends me veggies from his huge garden every year and I use 'em for this soup, which has been called 'the best soup I've ever eaten' by friends. It's pretty unstructured and can change to meet your personal tastes. It's basically a chicken veggie soup; it's the FRESH veggies that make it the best. I just throw stuff in until it looks and tastes the way I want it to. It's also GREAT if you're sick; I swear it'll cure what ails ya! YUM! The longer you SLOWLY cook the soup, the more flavorful it becomes. I often eat a bowl while it's simmering 'cause I can't wait.

Provided by SRF0079

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 whole chicken, quartered
water, to cover
½ large onion, chopped
1 stalk celery with leaves, cut into chunks
3 cubes chicken bouillon
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
2 kohlrabi bulbs, peeled and diced
2 carrots, sliced
1 large turnip, diced
½ medium head cabbage, chopped
2 ears sweet corn, cut from cob
4 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed
1 tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Put chicken pieces in a large stockpot; pour enough water over chicken to cover completely. Add onion, celery, bouillon cubes, basil, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper to the pot; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Cook at a simmer until the chicken is cooked through and tender, about 1 hour.
  • Remove and discard celery chunks. Remove chicken to a cutting board to cool; cut as much meat as possible from the bones and chop roughly. Return chicken to stock.
  • Stir potatoes, kohlrabi, carrots, and turnip into the soup; cook until the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Add cabbage, corn, green beans, and tomato; cook until the green beans are tender, 7 to 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Cholesterol 49.9 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 376.2 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

GRANDPA'S CHICKEN



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This is one of Grace's favorite recipes since she was a little girl! It's named Grandpa's Chicken because Grandpa Olm always used to make this for the kids when he would have them over for supper at his house.

Provided by michele olm

Categories     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 c french fried onions
2 Tbsp flour
1 egg
4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
zatarain's creole seasoning

Steps:

  • 1. Crush the onions (I put them in a zip-lock bag and crush to coarse crumbs with my hands) Pour them into a shallow bowl with the flour.
  • 2. Put egg in another bowl and lightly mix with a fork.
  • 3. Dip chicken pieces (I cut breasts in half) in egg and then dredge in the onion/flour mixture. Sprinkle generously with creole seasoning. Put in greased casserole dish and bake for 20 min at 400 degrees.

GRANDMA'S FAVORITE CHICKEN



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My Grandma used to make this chicken and it was my mom's favorite. It is very easy, quick, flexible, and delicious. You may add as many different veggies and any amount you want. The broth made from this is great to dip bread and butter; my brother loves to have it as soup. Yum!!!

Provided by Melissa

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Leg Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 chicken legs
5 large white potatoes
1 (8 ounce) package baby carrots
5 cloves garlic
2 yellow squash, quartered lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
1 large onion, peeled and sliced
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
½ tablespoon garlic powder
salt to taste
black pepper to taste
4 tablespoons butter, divided
2 cups water, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place the chicken legs in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Arrange potatoes, carrots, garlic, and squash around the chicken. Top with onion slices. Season with parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Place 1/2 tablespoon butter on each chicken leg. Pour water into pan to a level of about 1/2 inch.
  • Cover pan with foil and cook 1 hour in the preheated oven. Remove foil and continue cooking 20 minutes, until vegetables are tender and chicken juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520 calories, Carbohydrate 47.5 g, Cholesterol 118.2 mg, Fat 21.2 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 34.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 198.1 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

CHICKEN A LA CHUCK



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 42 drumsticks

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 sticks (1 1/2 cups) salted butter
One 8-ounce bottle lemon juice
Several dashes Worcestershire sauce
42 chicken drumsticks
3 tablespoons seasoned salt
3 tablespoons lemon pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne

Steps:

  • Prepare a charcoal or gas grill for medium-high heat.
  • Melt the butter in a pan, then stir in the lemon juice and Worcestershire. Pour over the drumsticks in a large bowl and toss to coat. Sprinkle over the seasoned salt, lemon pepper and cayenne and toss again.
  • Grill the drumsticks in batches, turning occasionally, until cooked through, about 30 minutes.

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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When it comes to weeknight dinner, casseroles are king. This super-simple, five-ingredient chicken casserole recipe comes together quickly and bakes up beautifully. It's sure to be your quick-meal go to for at-home dinners and a reliable favorite for bake-and-take potluck dinners.

Provided by By Jessica Walker

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups chopped cooked chicken
2 cans (10.5 oz each) condensed cream of chicken soup
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
3 cups Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs
6 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Place chicken evenly in bottom of ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish. Spoon and spread soup evenly over chicken; sprinkle with cheese.
  • In medium bowl, stir bread crumbs and melted butter; sprinkle over cheese. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until cheese is melted and bread crumbs are golden brown and thoroughly heated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1060 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1 g

GRANDPA'S CHICKEN AND EGG NOODLES



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YUMMYY!!!! Homemade Egg Noodle/Dumplings with Chicken. Grandpa used to make them for the family...great memories and great noodles!

Provided by Chef Higgins

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 1 pot, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons ground sage
2 teaspoons sweet basil
1 whole chicken
6 eggs
2 teaspoons thyme leaves
2 chicken bouillon cubes
6 cups flour
2 teaspoons ground marjoram
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
5 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • 1. Put whole chicken into a large pot with water so 1/2 chicken is
  • submerged and bring to a boil.
  • 2. Make noodles while chicken is cooking. (Directions below).
  • 3. When chicken is completly cooked (no pink), take it out of the pan and rip all the white meat off the chicken and put it back in the broth.
  • 4. Put the broth back on the burner add in about 1 or 2 shakes of the Ground Marjoram, Ground Sage, Tyme Leaves poultry Seasoning, and a little bit of Sweet Basil.
  • 5. Add the 2 Chicken Bouillion Cubes and 3 teaspoons of salt to the broth, mix periodically.
  • 6. Finish noodles below -- and add to the broth, unrolling each one first.
  • 7. When all noodle are in the pot, simmer for 10 minutes, serve and enjoy!
  • Noodles:.
  • 1. While chicken is cooking, make the Noodles.
  • 2. Put 3 cups of flour into a large bowl.
  • 3. Make a well in the flour and add 6 eggs, a 'shake' of marjoram, sage, thyme, poultry seasoning, and 2 t of salt to the flour and stir.
  • 4. Pour and spread 1 1/2 cups of flour onto the counter.
  • 5. Put 1/ 2 of noodle batter onto the flour (will be very runny -- put some flour on top before attempting to roll) and roll with a rolling pin until desired noodle thickness.
  • 6. Roll up batter into a long roll, slicing the roll into 1 1/2 swirls.
  • 7. When broth is done, add noodles by unrolling each one into the chicken and broth pot.
  • 8. Repeat steps 4-7 with other 1/2 of batter.
  • 9. Let pot simmer for 10 minutes -- serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 762.9, Fat 31.3, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 280.7, Sodium 1808, Carbohydrate 72.7, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 0.8, Protein 43.3

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN SOUP



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Whenever you're feeling sick, this will make you feel better! Trust me, you can even freeze it, this way you have it whenever you need it. Serve with egg noodles, if desired.

Provided by Love2c0ok

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 4h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (5 pound) whole chicken
1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced
1 pound celery, sliced
2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 bunch fresh dill
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
10 cups warm water as needed

Steps:

  • Clean chicken and remove some, but not all, fat. Place in a 2-quart soup pot with carrots, celery, tomatoes, and onion. Tie all dill sprigs into a bunch with kitchen string; add to the pot with salt and pepper. Add water until chicken is covered by 2 inches.
  • Cook over medium-low heat until chicken is just about cooked through, about 3 hours. Remove chicken to a platter and allow to cool slightly, 15 to 20 minutes. Cut meat off the bones, place meat back into the pot, and discard the bones. Cook over medium-low heat until heated through, about 30 minutes longer. Remove dill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.1 g, Cholesterol 100.6 mg, Fat 53.2 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 14.9 g, Sodium 908.1 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality chicken: Use organic, free-range chicken for the best flavor and texture.
  • Brine the chicken: Brining the chicken helps to keep it moist and flavorful. You can brine the chicken in a simple mixture of water, salt, and sugar for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot: A heavy-bottomed pot will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the chicken from burning.
  • Cook the chicken slowly: Cooking the chicken slowly over low heat will help to develop its flavor and make it more tender.
  • Use a meat thermometer: A meat thermometer is the best way to ensure that the chicken is cooked through. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit before you remove it from the pot.
  • Let the chicken rest: After you remove the chicken from the pot, let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Grandpa's Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. By following these tips, you can make sure that your Grandpa's Chicken turns out perfect every time.

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