Chicken Week!

This month I am working on a Power Savings Month.  By the end of the month, I hope to throw $200 in my can.  As I get a little further into the month, I really want to share with you my progress, including my shopping lists, my monthly menu, and some new recipes.  But right now, I want to focus on getting the most out of your chicken.

I have mentioned before that I always buy whole chickens because most of the time they are the best value.  I have spoken to several people who have told me they do not know how to use a chicken to its fullest and they feel like they wind up throwing a lot away.  If you do not get the most out of your chicken, then it no longer becomes the best value.  Throwing food away is never a money-saving situation.

This week, I will walk you through how I manage to get seven frugal, tasty, and wholesome meals from one five pound chicken: from prepping it, to cooking it, to creating different meals to ensure variety and prevent boredom.  After reading this series of posts, I strongly encourage you to go out and buy a whole chicken and give it a try.  You will be thrilled that you took a five pound bird and fed your family for a full week never once feeling like you have sacrificed flavor, nutrition, or time.

Tomorrow I will begin by telling you how I initially prepare and cook my chicken to begin my week long chicken journey.