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July 27, 2024

OUT OF THE FRYING PAN

This was supposed to be a column about lemon Jell-O fudge.

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FIREFIGHTERS PARADE IN ELIZABETH

July 29, 2024

The Elizabeth firefighters parade took place Saturday afternoon as part of the Riverfest celebration.Linzi Troilo/ Mon Valley Independent

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FIRE RAGES IN FALLOWFIELD TOWNSHIP

July 29, 2024

Several departments responded to an abandoned structure fire in Fallowfield Township Sunday night. The fire was reported around 9:30 p.m. on Fourth Street extension. Fallowfield Township VFC called Ch...

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Port Vue children enjoy Fun to Be a Kid Day

By&nbspBy JIM BUSCH For the MVI&nbsp

July 29, 2024

Firefighters turned on the water cannon to help the kids cool off and give them puddles to play in. Despite the 90-degree temperatures, a large crowd of children and their parents gathered Sunday afte...

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Cook goes underground for hearing on mining industry

By&nbspMICHAEL RICHTER, mrichter@yourmvi.com&nbsp

July 29, 2024

The event took place Wednesday at the Harvey Mine in Sycamore. State Rep. Bud Cook and the House Republican Policy Committee held a hearing underground Wednesday in Harvey Mine to assess the economic ...

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Will support for vouchers affect Shapiro’s VP chances?

July 29, 2024

Shapiro didn’t endorse school vouchers until he ran for governor. By STEPHEN CARUSO, ANGELA COULOUMBIS and KATIE MEYER Spotlight PA HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is being eyed as a poten...

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Cook Farm begins first market, with plans for more in the future

By&nbspLADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com&nbsp

July 29, 2024

Mark and Alicia Cook started the market five weeks ago, with produce & fresh-cut flowers for sale. Mark and Alicia Cook have started their own market on the Colonel Edward Cook House property, bringin...

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Beat the heat with this Crock-Pot chicken dish - Mon Valley Independent (2024)

FAQs

How do I keep chicken from drying out in the crockpot? ›

Chicken pieces, particularly chicken thighs and legs, will dry out less quickly and maintain their texture best when layered on top of other ingredients. Plus, this helps to flavor the entire dish as the chicken cooks and releases juices.

Does chicken get more tender the longer you slow cook it? ›

Yes, chicken breast will get softer the longer you cook it. However, if you cook it for too long, it will become dry and tough. The best way to ensure that the chicken breast stays juicy and tender is to cook it until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Why is my chicken breast tough in the slow cooker? ›

Aside from accidentally overcooking the meals, the most common reason we see for tough, rubbery, or overdone chicken is customers using a Crockpot that is far too big.

How long for chicken breast in slow cooker? ›

Sprinkle the chicken breasts with plenty of salt and pepper. Cover your crock pot and cook chicken breasts on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Chicken is done when the internal temp reaches 165 degrees F. Use chicken in your favorite recipes.

Is it better to cook chicken on high or low in the crockpot? ›

We found that the only way to cook chicken (and turkey) in a slow cooker is on the low setting and for a relatively short amount of time.

What is the best way to keep a chicken moist? ›

Before Cooking

Another pre-cooking method helpful in keeping the chicken's moisture and flavor is a brine bath in a solution of salt, water, and sugar. Finally, consider pounding the chicken until it is thin. This helps prevent the chicken from burning on the outside but being uncooked in the middle.

How do chefs get chicken so tender? ›

Brines and marinades help tenderize the meat by bringing more moisture in the protein. With that extra moisture, you lose less when you cook.

Can I put raw chicken in a slow cooker? ›

Yes, you can put raw chicken in a slow cooker! Slow cookers and Crock-Pots are designed to cook raw meats. The direct heat from the pot, lengthy cooking time and steam created from the tightly covered container destroys bacteria, making slow cooking safe. You can put frozen chicken in a slow cooker, too!

Can chicken overcook in the crockpot? ›

You can only use fully-thawed raw chicken in the slow cooker safely. Avoid Overcooking. If the chicken is cooked too long, it will become dry and tough. Check your chicken for doneness early, especially if it is one of your first times making it.

What is the difference between a crockpot and a slow cooker? ›

A slow cooker and a Crockpot are the same thing, essentially. A slow cooker is an appliance of which there are lots of brands. Crockpot is one brand of slow cooker. Crockpot popularized slow cookers when they launched their version in the 1970s.

How to make crockpot chicken less chewy? ›

Chicken becomes rubbery/chewy when it's overcooked. So in general, including in a slow cooker, don't cook as long. There are lots of recipes online, they can give you a good place to start.

How to stop chicken from shredding in a slow cooker? ›

To combat this I suggest two things:
  1. Thighs instead of breasts. They have more fat and thus even if they go to a shredded state it will still be imbued with flavor.
  2. Brining. Soak it at least overnight in heavily salted water.
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What is the best temperature to slow cook chicken? ›

Directions
  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). ...
  • Combine paprika, black pepper, garlic salt, parsley, and marjoram in a small bowl. ...
  • Cover and bake chicken in the preheated oven until no longer pink at the bone and juices run clear, 4 to 5 hours.

Do you need to put liquid in the slow cooker when cooking chicken? ›

Chicken stock, low-sodium chicken broth, or water: I prefer chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth if I have it on hand because it adds a little more flavor, but water works equally well. Adding some liquid to the slow cooker is an essential step, and ensures that the chicken is tender and juicy.

Can you leave chicken in slow cooker for 8 hours? ›

Stick to the cook time indicated on your recipe

Most slow cooker meals take 8-12 hours on low or 4-6 hours on high, but there are also recipes for slow-cooked meat that take up to 24 hours. If you want to avoid overcooking your dish, follow the given guidelines as closely as possible.

How do you keep chicken from getting watery in a slow cooker? ›

Dredge the chicken in a bit of flour before placing in the bottom of the slow cooker. There's no need to brown the chicken. Just dredge the chicken in the flour and stick it in the slow cooker.

Why does chicken taste dry in a slow cooker? ›

A lean protein cooked for six plus hours at the temperatures a crock pot uses is going to dry out. The collagen, the gelatin, the fat, all the stuff not in a chicken breast, is going to be driven out.

What is the best way to cook chicken so it doesn t dry out? ›

To start, brine your chicken in a mixture of water and a few tablespoons of salt for about 20 to 30 minutes. This will boost the natural flavor and moisture of the chicken breasts and will leave you with a super tender piece of meat. This is the one step that will really ensure your chicken won't be dry or tough.

What can I use to keep my chicken run dry? ›

Put a layer of sand/rubber chippings or gravel down in the run area to help with drainage. Bark chippings can go mouldy so be careful if using these and change regularly. Provide a dry sandbox under cover to allow the hens to dust bath.

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