Advanced Prepping of Chicken for Stir-frying

Sliced frozen chicken breast ready to be thawed in 10 minute

Once the chicken is prepped and frozen, you can easily thaw the required amount in just 10 minutes whenever you need it for a meal on any given night when time is a premium. This not only simplifies the cooking process but also ensures that you always have a reliable source of protein on hand, ready to be transformed into a variety of dishes. Using this method, the chicken can be thawed without using the microwave, which affects the quality of the chicken.

Thinly sliced chicken breast

Ingredients and equipment

• 5 pounds of chicken breast

• A sharp steel knife or a ceramic knife

• Sandwich bags similar to Ziploc

• A permanent marker

Steps

Chicken in 8 oz portions stored in plastic sandwich bag

1. Remove any excess fat from the chicken breast.

2. Cut the chicken breast into strips. (Refer to the video for detailed instructions.)

3. Slice the chicken thinly. (Refer to the video for detailed instructions.)

4. Place approximately 8 oz. of thinly sliced chicken into each plastic sandwich bag.

5. Press out all the air from the plastic sandwich bag before sealing it. (Refer to the video for detailed instructions.)

6. Arrange the chicken in the plastic sandwich bag in a single layer. (Refer to the video for detailed instructions.)

7. Use a permanent marker to label the top flap of the plastic sandwich bag. (Refer to the video for detailed instructions.)

8. Position the bags horizontally in the freezer for freezing. (Refer to the video for detailed instructions.)

9. Store the frozen chicken vertically for easy identification.

Afterthoughts

Thawing sliced frozen chicken in lukewarm

Stir-frying is an incredibly efficient cooking technique that not only saves time during the actual cooking process but also allows for the quick preparation of delicious meals. However, it is important to acknowledge that the initial preparation stage, particularly when it comes to chicken that requires slicing into thin strips, can often be quite labor-intensive and time-consuming.

Many chicken enthusiasts prefer to consume chicken frequently, prepared in various culinary styles. To simplify this process and boost efficiency, a practical approach is to purchase chicken in bulk from the supermarket and cut it into thin slices in advance. This proactive preparation can greatly decrease the time needed for meal prep on hectic weeknights when time is limited.

The video tutorial provides an in-depth method for advanced chicken preparation, ideal for carrying out about once a month. This technique allows you to dedicate a few hours to preparing your chicken, which can then be stored in the freezer for later use. The benefit of this approach is the convenience it offers, making stir-frying chicken efficient, practical, and simple when you return home exhausted from a long day at work.