How do you make jerky with ground chicken?

You can't make traditional jerky from ground chicken because it lacks the structure to hold its shape during the drying process. Ground chicken is too fine and would simply crumble apart.

However, you can make a delicious chicken snack with ground chicken! Here are two options:

1. Chicken Jerky Bites:

* Ingredients:

* 1 lb ground chicken

* 1/4 cup soy sauce

* 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

* 1 tablespoon brown sugar

* 1 teaspoon garlic powder

* 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

* 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

* 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

* Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 200 degrees F (93 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well.

3. Using your hands, form the mixture into small bite-sized patties.

4. Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.

5. Bake for 1-2 hours, or until the patties are dry and firm.

6. Let cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

2. Chicken Jerky Chips:

* Ingredients:

* 1 lb ground chicken

* 1/4 cup soy sauce

* 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

* 1 tablespoon brown sugar

* 1 teaspoon garlic powder

* 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

* 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

* 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro (optional)

* Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 200 degrees F (93 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well.

3. Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.

4. Bake for 1-2 hours, or until the chips are dry and firm.

5. Let cool completely before breaking into chips and storing in an airtight container.

Tips:

* You can adjust the seasoning to your liking.

* For a crispier texture, add a tablespoon of cornstarch to the mixture.

* If you don't have an oven, you can dehydrate the chicken bites or chips in a food dehydrator.

* Store your finished chicken snacks in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Enjoy your homemade chicken snacks!