Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Crime Scene Chicken - Fowl Play That Looks Like Foul Play

While I will admit to this “Crime Scene Chicken” being another one of my annual gimmicky attempts to generate some Halloween traffic, it really is much more than just a dramatic presentation. The deep cuts technique is...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Crime Scene Chicken please follow this link to become a member.)

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Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Loaded Baked Potato French Toast - My Polish Grandmother Would Have Loved This

This loaded baked potato French toast recipe is probably the most delicious mash-up I’ve ever created. We’re bringing all the flavors of a classic loaded baked potato into a savory, stuffed French toast. I had a feeling it would work, but this...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Loaded Baked Potato French Toast please follow this link to become a member.)

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Thursday, August 20, 2026

One-Pan Golden Butter Chicken - Thank You, Golden Milk

Once in a while I make Michele a mug of golden milk, which is a hot milk drink made with ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, and a touch of honey. It’s said to have many benefits, both medicinal and spiritual, but she mostly loves how it...to read the rest of Chef John's article about One-Pan Golden Butter Chicken please follow this link to become a member.)

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Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Anthony Bourdain’s Pork Chop Sandwich - His “Most Delicious Thing”

When the corporate overlords told me there was a biopic about Anthony Bourdain coming out, and that a video featuring one of his dishes might do very well, I happily agreed, and began searching for a recipe. Most of his favorites are...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Anthony Bourdain’s Pork Chop Sandwich please follow this link to become a member.)

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Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Forgotten 1950’s Salmon Patties - Well Worth Remembering

Canned salmon patties, or “tinned salmon patties” as the cool kids would call them these days, have always been one of my go-to pantry recipes when I want something affordable, comforting, nutritious, and most importantly...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Forgotten 1950’s Salmon Patties please follow this link to become a member.)

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Wednesday, July 1, 2026

“Swicy” Gyro Dogs - Make a Great Hot Dog AND Save a Few Characters

You know I love my street food mash-ups, and this time we’re giving America's favorite tube-shaped meat a Mediterranean makeover. After gyro-seasoning some ground beef and lamb, and shaping it like a hot dog, I decided to...to read the rest of Chef John's article about “Swicy” Gyro Dogs please follow this link to become a member.)

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Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Cowboy Cornbread Chicken - Yeee-Haw!

I’ve done a few very tasty cornbread stuffed chicken and pork dishes over the years, but generally find the prep involved a little too fussy, especially when simply serving the meat next to some cornbread gives us just about the same...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Cowboy Cornbread Chicken please follow this link to become a member.)

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Wednesday, March 25, 2026

One-Pan Dirty Spaghetti - In the Name of the Onion, the Pepper, and the Celery Rib

As soon as I found out that dirty spaghetti was inspired by dirty rice, and included the “holy trinity,” I knew I was going to love it. The aromatic array of onion, pepper, and celery is a cornerstone of so many of my...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Dirty Spaghetti please follow this link to become a member.)

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Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Puff Pastry Pizza Poppers - Size Matters

Puff pastry pizza sounds like a great idea. Crispy, buttery, flaky pastry topped with sauce, cheese, and your classic pizza toppings...what could go wrong? Well, if you try to make it like a regular pizza, everything. Even if you prebake the...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Puff Pastry Pizza Poppers please follow this link to become a member.)

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Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Cowboy Bacon - Not Totally Made Up

If you’re developing a recipe, and you’re stuck for a catchy name, all you need to do is stick the word “cowboy” in front of whatever you’re making and boom, it’s just a matter of time before it goes viral. Or course, you’ll need to sneak in some...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Cowboy Bacon please follow this link to become a member.)

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Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Peek-A-Boo Beef Wellington - What You See Is What You Get

I decided to call this deconstructed beef wellington, “Peek-A-Boo Beef” Beef Wellington, since all the components are visible, but also because I’ve made a lot of deconstructed recipe jokes over the years, so this alternative...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Peek-A-Boo Beef Wellington please follow this link to become a member.)

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Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Tailgate Tandoori Chicken – Taking a Break from Buffalo Chicken

I don’t think Buffalo chicken is in any danger of being usurped as the king of tailgate poultry recipes, but if there were something that could challenge its status, it would be this beautiful, and very delicious tailgate tandoori sheet pan...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Tailgate Tandoori Chicken please follow this link to become a member.)

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Friday, September 19, 2025

Swamp Rice – Good Soup to Great Rice

This gorgeous green swamp rice was inspired by Meredith Hayden’s famous green soup, which I honestly hadn’t heard about before I got a request to do my spin on it, and since I’ve wanted to post a new rice side...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Swamp Rice please follow this link to become a member.)

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Mississippi Chicken Chili – No Beef Here

Mississippi beef pot roast became a viral sensation because it’s so easy to make, only uses a few ingredients, and produces incredibly delicious results, so it’s no surprise the technique is now becoming popular for chicken as well. Here, we’re taking this one step further, and by adding...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Mississippi Chicken Chili please follow this link to become a member.)

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Friday, August 8, 2025

Tiger Chicken – Because Chicken Leg Quarters Have Earned Their Stripes

I was very happy to hear that chicken leg quarters are gaining in popularity, and maybe, just maybe, they will one day surpass boneless skinless chicken breasts as America’s most popular chicken choice. Okay, I know that’s probably not...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Tiger Chicken please follow this link to become a member.)

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Ribollita - The Tuscan Bread Soup That Might Not Be Soup

This version of ribollita, or Tuscan bread soup as it’s commonly referred to, is so thick, it’s debatable whether it’s even actually a soup anymore, but one thing no one can argue about is just how delicious, and deeply satisfying this rustic...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Ribollita please follow this link to become a member.)

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The Best Chicken Satay – Or At Least The Best For Us

Not only do I think this is the best way to make chicken satay, but it’s also the easiest way, thanks to a couple time-saving ingredients. By using a store-bought red curry paste, and a powdered curry spice, we get something...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Chicken Satay please follow this link to become a member.)

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Diamond Cut Steak – A Gem of a Technique

This diamond cut method can help make tough cuts of steak more tender, and thanks to all that extra surface area, more delicious, but the best reason to learn it is simply because it just looks so incredibly...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Diamond Cut Steak please follow this link to become a member.)

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Friday, July 11, 2025

Campfire Carnitas – Actual Campfire Not Required

This time of year, in the place I live, roaring open fires are not recommended due to the wildfire danger, so I adapted this technique for the backyard grill, which works fine, but it’s certainly not as easy, or fun, as doing this next to an actual campfire. The bigger point is, as long as you...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Campfire Carnitas please follow this link to become a member.)

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Friday, May 23, 2025

Roasted Rhubarb Salmon – Makes a Much Better Sauce than Sword

I grew up around a lot of rhubarb. It grew around my grandparent’s home, but other than enjoying the occasional strawberry rhubarb pie, most of my experiences with the plant had nothing to do with its culinary...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Roasted Rhubarb Salmon please follow this link to become a member.)

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