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Today's Ingredients Dear friends, I regret to inform you that I'm a very annoying person — specifically when it comes to the topic of rotisserie chicken. Despite what Ginger lied about said, I can tell that the team is low-key tired of me talking about this grocery store mainstay, which is why I'm using this space to tell YOU all about my passionate relationship with this beloved bird! 😈 I know you're dying to hear me go on and on about rotisserie chicken, but first, here are some new stories you might enjoy:   • 11 foods that a good for your liver   • Some helpful tips if you want to cut back on acidic foods   • 5 best at-home cholesterol tests Thanks for listening! Kenny Thapoung Managing Newsletter Editor, Healthline   Written by Kenny Thapoung November 2, 2023 • 3 min read Main Course Rotisserie chicken is my Roman empire Where it all began. My first experience with off-the-rack poultry was probably the ones from Sam's Club. My mom would buy a bird for me to snack on between meals. Yes, snack on because bags of chips and crudité with hummus were never as satisfying to me as a little bit of meat with a side of white rice. Sometimes, I would stand in front of the fridge and pick off pieces of meat with my hands (gross, I know). And when there was only a tiny bit left (but not enough to use in an actual meal), I'd leave it in the fridge for my parents to "finish" — and they would inevitably yell at me for not just throwing it away. Fast-forward to today. Since my childhood, my culinary tastes have grown up (except for my forever-disdain of chips as snacks). When I tell you that I do NOT waste any part of a rotisserie chicken, I mean it! I usually eat the breasts first because I find that they tend to be the quickest to dry out, while I think the thighs have a slightly longer shelf life in terms of flavor. All of this protein lasts me at least 2–3 days of quick lunches and dinners (hot or cold). And now when just the bones are left, I place them in a plastic bag to freeze for a future homemade stock. My parents would be so proud of my maturity. My go-to meals. Over the years, I've discovered so many new ways to make the most of a rotisserie chicken — meat and bone! Whenever I buy this very affordable pantry staple, I have a few meal ideas in mind:   • Cutting up the chicken breast to put into a veggie-packed salad   • Crisping the skin-on meat in an air fryer to eat alongside roasted vegetables   • Using the carcass to "hack" a 45-minute chicken pho   • Adding the meat to a bowl of instant ramen noodles   • Slicing the meat (without skin) to layer into a sandwich   • Shredding everything into small pieces to make a chicken salad   • Eating the meat on its own as an extremely lazy effective snack Try these recipes! Most of the ways I use a rotisserie chicken don't follow any specific recipe. But if I've inspired you to run out and get yourself an oven-roasted bird, I recommend trying some of these delicious meals:   • Chicken, mushroom, and goat cheese pasta   • Chicken, bacon, ranch wraps   • Chicken and rice bowls with pineapple-jalapeño guacamole   • Chicken apple salad with almond dressing   • Chicken broccoli Alfredo with spaghetti squash I want to know: What's the best grocery store for buying rotisserie chicken? And what's your favorite way to eat one? Everyone has thoughts, and I'm curious to hear yours! Send me an email and let me know what I should try.   These recipes come from our friends at PlateJoy! Want to eat fewer carbs? Less sodium? More Mediterranean ingredients? Something else entirely? PlateJoy's got you covered, with individualized meal plans and recipes to help you hit your nutrition goals. Try it for free!       Great finds Cut to the chase       Chicken Shredder Tool Full disclosure: I do not use this myself! I like getting my hands deep into the crevices of a rotisserie chicken. But I've seen this little gadget all over TikTok, and I understand the appeal. Just place boneless chicken pieces on the tray, put the lid on top, and twist it back and forth. You'll have perfectly shredded chicken with minimal mess in just a few seconds. Shop now Every product we recommend has gone through Healthline's vetting process. If you buy through links on this page, we may receive a small commission or other tangible benefit. Healthline has sole editorial control over this newsletter. Potential uses for the products listed here are not health claims made by the manufacturers. Healthline is owned by RVO Health.       the takeout What we're digesting 🍴 7 tips for meal prepping with multiple sclerosis. Get cooking! 🦠 PFAS "forever chemicals" linked to higher thyroid cancer risk. Here's where they're often found. 💊 How can vitamin D help with psoriasis? And should you consider increasing your daily dosage? 😷 Gut inflammation and low serotonin may cause a common long COVID symptom. Plus, what possible treatments to try for relief. I'll be back on Sunday with your recipe of the week! Hope you're in the mood for a warm bowl of spicy curry. Until next time, Take care of yourself, and we'll see you again soon!   This edition was powered by rotisserie chicken, of course.

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