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Signature Series: Chicken

As a sandwich, salad or entrée, chicken is a popular protein. Chicken is a versatile protein, showing up on menus in many different forms. As part of our continuing Signature Series, we asked operators to share with us some of their popular chicken dishes.

Paul King

February 24, 2014

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Chicken is a versatile protein, showing up on menus in many different forms. As part of our continuing Signature Series, we asked operators to share with us some of their popular chicken dishes.

Chicken & Shrimp Pasta - St. Andrews Estates North

This dish is representative of a family cookout and has a great smokiness, according to Chef Jose Zuniga. 

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Chicken Tamales - Legacy Retirement Communities, Lincoln, Neb.

Robert Darrah, foodservice director, says, “During our theme dinners, our guests enjoy these South-of-the-border flavors.  Whether they are mild or fiery, they are always a hit. They are fun for staff to make and great to eat.”

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Lakeside Ruby Club Panini - Georgia Southern University, Statesboro

One of the most popular sandwiches on campus, this panini is named after the lake that one of the university’s two dining commons overlooks. Foodservice Director Jeff Yawn says the panini can be made with chicken or turkey, but the key to the sandwich is that the poultry is deep-fried before carving. 

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Chicken a la Jessie - Whittier Health Network

This recipe was developed to incorporate more fruits into main dishes.

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About the Author

Paul King

A journalist for more than three decades, Paul began his career as a general assignment reporter, working for several daily and weekly newspapers in southwestern Pennsylvania. A decision to move to New York City in 1984 sent his career path in another direction when he was hired to be an associate editor at Food Management magazine. He has covered the foodservice industry ever since. After 11 years at Food Management, he joined Nation’s Restaurant News in 1995. In June 2006 he was hired as senior editor at FoodService Director and became its editor-in-chief in March 2007. A native of Pittsburgh, he is a graduate of Duquesne University with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and speech.

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