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PG8 FREEDOM | Saturday, July 2, 2022 4 Tips to Mas ter el FAMILY FEATURES | al 14 he end result of perfectly cooked chicken is a ‘mouthwatering meal that smells just as good as it tastes and beckons loved ones to the patio. To achieve that juicy, tender flavor that brings family and friends together, it’s important to keep a few safety and grilling tips in mind. Fire up your grill, season poultry to perfection and serve a safely cooked meal at your next backyard barbecue with this, advice from the experts at Perdue Farms. Maximize Your Budget For a flavorful meal without breaking the bank, consider less-expensive cuts of meat like bone-in thighs or drum- sticks, or cook a whole chicken that can last for several meals. In addition to the savings at the grocery store, these cuts can also withstand hotter temperatures on the grill for juicy and tender results. Save a Little Time One easy way to maximize your time around the grill while cutting down on prep and mess is using a pre-cut option like Perdue Fresh Cuts Diced Chicken Breast, a perfect solution for kebabs. Recipe ready in an easy-peel package, the chickens are hatched and harvested in the United States with an all-vegetarian diet and no antibiotics, hormones or steroids. Add Favorite Seasonings Because seasonings can sometimes come off on the grill, try seasoning both before and after grilling for a better- tasting final result. If you’re planning to marinate, be careful to avoid over-marinating as acid-based marinades can start breaking down meat fibers. Remember before and while seasoning raw meat to keep proper safety practices in mind. Wash your hands, cutting boards, knives, scissors, the sink and all work surfaces for 20 seconds with hot, Easy Kona Pineapple Chicken Kebabs In bowl, whisk pineapple juice, vegetable oil, lime juice and soapy water, and don’t allow raw meat or its juices to Prep time: 45 minutes zest, sugar, ginger and red pepper flakes until sugar dissolves. touch other foods. ‘Add diced chicken breast, cover and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes. Trust the Thermometer Thread alternating pieces of chicken, pineapple and red bell Once your grill reaches the desired heat, put chicken on 1 can (6 ounces) pineapple juice pepper onto skewers. Discard remaining marinade. 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Heat lightly greased grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the grates with confidence by trusting a meat thermometer 1 lime, zest and juice only kebabs 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until chicken to measure doneness. This Easy Kona Pineapple Chicken Kebabs recipe, for example, calls for 10-12 minutes on the 1 tablespoon sugar feels firm to touch and a meat thermometer inserted in the center 1 piece (1 inch) fresh ginger, grated reaches 165 F. grill, but it’s important to check for an internal temperature 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Remove kebabs from grill, rest 2-3 minutes and serve. of 165 F rather than simply relying on recommended cook 1 package Perdue Fresh Cuts Diced Chicken Breast times. Be sure to serve using a clean platter and utensils, /2, fresh pineapple, cut into 16 chunks Tip: If using wooden skewers, soak in water 30 minutes to keep never ones touched by raw meat. Refrigerate any leftover 1 large red bell pepper, seeded and cut into skewers from burning on grill. If using metal skewers, remember chicken immediately and use within 3-5 days. 16 (1-inch) chunks chicken will cook faster because metal will conduct heat and cook a metal skewers or 8 wooden skewers (12 inches) chicken cubes from inside along with grill heat cooking chicken For more grilling tips, visit perdue.com/how-to/grilling. soaked in water 30 minutes from outside. LET FREEDOM RING THRU TUBING Roberts. RenaeAutomotive) 604\N: Van Buren; ElkCity: 580-374-2960 1501E 20thS 0K 73644 - 580-225-6977