How to Freeze Grilled Chicken

Grill plenty of chicken breasts, then freeze them for later use.

Grilled chicken is a healthy, easy addition to just about any dish. Add it to soups, salads, pastas, pizzas and casseroles. The next time you're grilling food, prepare several pounds of chicken breasts and add them to grill. You can freeze them for later use, making work lunches or weeknight dinners a breeze. Freeze the chicken in easy-to-use portions. One to one and a half cups should be enough for two people with side dishes. Does this Spark an idea?

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Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Marinade
Freezer bags

Instructions

- 1
  
  Marinate the chicken before cooking. This will ensure that the chicken remains moist, even after freezing and thawing. Use a few different marinades to vary the style of chicken.
- 2
  
  Grill as you would normally. Remove from heat and allow to rest for five to 10 minutes.
- 3
  
  Cut the chicken breasts into pieces, depending on how you want to use them. The chicken must be cut into smaller pieces for quick thawing. Cut it into cubes for rice and pasta dishes, slice it to put on top of salads, or shred it with forks for burritos and soups.
- 4
  
  Place the chicken in separate, freezer-safe, zip-top bags. If you plan to store the chicken for longer than two months, add a few tablespoons of chicken broth to the bag to keep it moist. Remove as much air from the bag as possible before sealing.
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  Label each bag with the current date, the marinade used, and the way you cut it. Lay the bags flat, stacked on top of each other, in the back of the freezer.