Chicken Breast

An unusual pesto made from pistachios and cilantro gives the chicken Middle Eastern flavor.

Saltimbocca, an Italian classic, traditionally calls for veal — but tastes even better with chicken.

Look for panko in the Asian foods section of the supermarket.

Slow-cooking dark leg meat results in incredibly tender, flavorful chicken. However, if you prefer white meat you can substitute bone-in chicken breasts. Placing the onions on the bottom of the slow cooker will ensure that they become silky soft as the chicken releases its juices, creating a heady sauce. This recipe was originally part of a feature on slow cooking. For additional recipes and tips for using a slow cooker, click here.

Guava and sautéed mango add subtle sweetness to this elegant dish. What to drink: A crisp, dry white wine with tropical fruit notes, like Pinot Gris.

Super-easy to make and packed with flavor. Look for panko in the Asian foods section of the supermarket.

Here, rhubarb becomes a sweet-tart stuffing and sauce for roast chicken. Serve with steamed jasmine rice.

Nori, or sushi paper, can be found in Asian markets and health food stores.

Avocados add a heart-healthy touch to this satisfying salad from executive chef Stephane Beaucamp at Kantina in Newport Beach, California.

In January, we published a classic mole poblano that takes 3 1/2 hours to make — but a respectable version of the revered dish can also be had in much less time.

Shake up your standard skewer with a smoky, tangy marinade created by Elissa Meadow, chef-owner of Solar Harvest in Beverly Hills, California. This recipe fills 40 percent of your daily potassium needs and supplies vitamins C and B6, as well.

The tangy honey-vinegar sauce that tops this crisp-skinned chicken is also great on pork, duck, or even a meaty fish.

To make this dish even more decadent, add cooked chopped pancetta or cooked and crumbled smoked bacon.

Meyer lemons add a floral note, but if you can't find them, regular lemons work just fine.