Apocalypse Dinners

Whether the world is really ending—or whether you're just having a busy week—these six make-ahead meals from cookbook author Lidia Bastianich freeze well and feed many.

By Lynn Andriani

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A Juicy Braised Chicken Dish

Crispy-skinned chicken simmered in tomato sauce with mushrooms until the meat is fork-tender is a traditional Italian-American meal that's perfect for a Sunday supper or a reheated weeknight meal. You can cut up a whole chicken yourself or buy pieces (get all legs and thighs—they're sure to stay moist). To freeze, make sure the meat is covered by the sauce. To reheat, let the container defrost in the refrigerator, and then transfer it to a pot and bring to a simmer.

Get the recipe: Chicken Cacciatore

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Published on December 08, 2012

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