Diced Chicken Leg Meat

Diced Chicken Leg Meat

Key Features:
Diced chicken leg meat is known for its juicy texture and bold flavor, making it a favorite for slow-cooked dishes and high-heat recipes alike. It’s more forgiving than breast meat—staying tender even after long cooking times—and absorbs marinades beautifully.
Delicious Chicken Leg Recipes
Ingredients:
- 1 lb diced chicken leg meat
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp peppercorns
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions:
- In a pot, combine all ingredients. Let sit for 15–30 minutes.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat.
- Simmer covered for 30–40 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Optional: remove lid and simmer 10 more minutes to thicken sauce.
- Serve over rice.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb diced chicken leg meat
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sriracha
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Butter lettuce leaves
- Chopped green onion & carrots for topping
Instructions:
- Sauté chicken in sesame oil until browned.
- Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
- Stir in hoisin, soy, and sriracha. Cook until sauce thickens.
- Spoon into lettuce cups and top with green onions and carrots.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb diced chicken leg meat
- 2 tbsp curry powder or paste
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tbsp oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
- Sauté onion in oil until soft.
- Add chicken and curry powder; cook 5 minutes.
- Add potatoes and coconut milk.
- Simmer covered 20–25 minutes until potatoes are soft and chicken is cooked.
- Serve with rice or naan.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb diced chicken leg meat
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper
- Skewers
Instructions:
- Marinate chicken with oil, lemon juice, paprika, garlic, salt, and pepper (30+ min).
- Thread onto skewers.
- Grill 4–5 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.
- Serve with a yogurt dipping sauce or over rice.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb diced chicken leg meat
- 2 cups cooked noodles (lo mein, ramen, or rice noodles)
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup carrots, julienned
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tbsp oil
Instructions:
- Cook chicken in oil over medium heat until browned.
- Add cabbage and carrots; stir-fry 3–4 minutes.
- Add cooked noodles and sauces. Toss well and heat through.
- Serve hot.