How to raw pack chicken breast for canning from start to finish tutorial

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Canning or jarring up foods is a wonderful way to put foods away when it is fresh and plentiful, and at a good cost, for times that it isn’t. I fully believe in storing food for times when life isn’t so perfect - whether it is a disaster, a job loss, medical challenges, or anything else. This is the way that our grandparents, and all of our ancestors had to live. With all of the uncertainties in the world today, I think it is more important than ever to put away food for our family’s future.
Although I have a number of canning videos, I realize some people haven’t had much or any experience canning, so today I am taking my time, and trying to thoroughly explain the process, while I can raw pack chicken.
This chicken is wonderful to have on hand. I use it to make Mexican chicken for tacos or salads, shredded barbecue chicken, chicken salad, and so much more!
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@debbiee6535 9 ай бұрын

I don't think they're ugly I think they're practical and I don't think anything ugly about them. They always look good to me

@WhippoorwillHoller 3 жыл бұрын

I need to can up some chicken or turkey, It is one of the handest thing to have canned on the pantry , Can make so many recipes, so quick! Xoxoxo

@ljtminihomestead5839 3 жыл бұрын

Miss lorie, you ain't lying! Love canned chicken on shelf!

@Trytocookthis 3 жыл бұрын

It is great to have canned chicken on hand. easy way to whip up a meal. I get it in a vcan from walmart occasionally. I never have an extra ten pounds of meat that I could prep. In my online cart i have a big bag of beans so far. I never tried canned turkey, COOL!

@kathygoskey6701 2 жыл бұрын

My mom canned meat but I never saw how she did it. So thank you for the video on it. She would also pack meat, potatoes, Carrots and an onion slice in a pint or half pint jar and that way she’d have a ready to go quick meal for herself.

@ljtminihomestead5839 3 жыл бұрын

Vickie thank you! I did 20lbs last week. I'm waiting for thighs to go on sale bc we prefer them, glad to know about texture

@AcornHillHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Who cares what the product looks like in the jar of chicken.. nobody sees the “ugliness” but me. The convenience is unmatched and we know exactly what is in the jar!! I had some older canning lids. They worked perfect for me. Wish I had more. The quality seemed so much better than what we see today. Nice tutorial. Canning meat is so darned easy!!

@zonashroyer1574 2 жыл бұрын

I’m appreciative of you sharing, so many of us are new to canning and I watch all the videos I can to keep learning. I worked restaurant’s, I catered and worked buffet’s, I’ve cooked for a lot of people but I never tried canning. We all need to learn to process more foods especially now. I’ve been concerned with GMO foods and everything else used in processed foods so now I know what is in my meals! Nutrition is so important in todays world because it has everything to do with our health. I believe the foods we eat today are causing a lot of. It and sugar is one of them! I’ve learned a lot about treating cancer ( naturally), many change their diet completely and become healed without doing chemo. Thank you again

@makerofahome 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing how you did 2 layers in your pressure canner! I’ve been watching other videos trying to figure it out and finally found your video!! Very helpful info 😊

@terimckee1984 3 жыл бұрын

Ms. Vickie I have learned so much from watching your channel. I started canning from watching you. I canned “ugly” chicken yesterday for the second time because we’ve eaten all of my first batch. It is so easy to make a meal with it and it’s delicious. I’ve also made and canned your family spaghetti sauce recipe. It is the bomb! I’ve had to keep my older children from stealing a jar! :) Thanks so much for all that you teach us!!

@SuHu62 3 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy your canning videos. I don't can, don't plan to start, but I love to watch 😄 It's a sentimental thing for me; I 'helped' my grandmother when I was young, but she stopped in later years and never passed the skill on. I swear to you, I didn't know you could buy vegetables at the store until we moved to town when I was 10-11 😂

@alisonmcraespencer2362 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this step by step lesson. I remember all the canning that went on when I was a child especially when there were gluts of fruit and vegetables in the garden. I think I might give it a go this summer! In the UK we call the process “bottling.” Very much enjoy your videos and Miss Lori’s too!

@kirstmlarson1 3 жыл бұрын

I love that app! It is so helpful for forgetful people like me. I have to set timers and I’ve found it’s also helpful to write down what time to add the weight, or turn off the stove.

@jamienibler9952 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your speaking slowly so that I could pick things up in my mind and let it register thank you and God bless you for sharing so much!

@phoebebertz4079 3 жыл бұрын

I have canned chicken a number of times, but always loose-packed and added seasoning and water. I like your method as it allows for more chicken in each jar and less lids used as well. Thank you for sharing. Always enjoy your videos.

@dawnhord4424 2 жыл бұрын

Finally decided to try my hand at canning meat, so I’m doing my video research. You are the first person I’m watching for the Canned chicken. Great tips with the vinegar, being patient with filling process and with the testing of the the lids. Very valuable for very loose bands and it made sense. Your final pic at the end made me smile. Thank you from northeast Ohio! Peace and love!💜

@apiecemaker1163 3 жыл бұрын

It amazes me Ms. Vickie that the top rack jars don’t sit in any water yet do ok. I know that’s the way to do it. I’m not questioning you, I just always am amazed that canning jars won’t burst sitting there dry under that much pressure. I love canning and have done it for over 30 years but still love it and love learning new things. This will be my first year canning meat. Thank you for being so thorough.👩‍🌾👒💚 Oh and I’ve never heard of the canning timer app. Headed there now to get it. Thanks

@webs4298 17 күн бұрын

Thank you! Great step by step tutorial.

@livingthegoodlifewithgramm524 3 жыл бұрын

I love this!! Gonna try doing this. Wonderful video Vickie :)

@BaBa_Morris 3 жыл бұрын

I thoroughly enjoyed watching this video. It is excellent!

@cindypendleton7901 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video. I love your details! I'm glad I found you.

@deejaybell7111 7 ай бұрын

As a canner, let me say this is the first time I've seen your video and I want to congratulate you for a demonstration very well presented. You covered ALL the bases. Don't think you left anything out. Very thorough indeed. Have subscribed and look foward to watching more.

@lindacampbell316 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! I appreciated the video very much. I have never cold packed meat before but that will likely change now. Linda, Quebec city, Canada

@donnarodriguez4755 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing information on the Canning Timer & checklist app. Holy cow! I love it.

@wendy.azpeitia6478 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your videos!

@randiriesen192 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so happy I found this video!Thank u I feel more confident trying to can in my new all American canner.

@rnr5547 2 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel! I will look at your past videos to enjoy as I viewed this one today thank you.

@chevypreps6417 Жыл бұрын

Excellent demonstration video. Also thank you for bringing my attention to the canning app. I installed it and I think it might be useful. I have about 10 pounds of chicken breasts that I am planning on canning. I paid over 6 dollars a pound for chicken breasts. The prices are becoming concerning.

@charlenecole1840 3 жыл бұрын

Good basic canning video. It is really thoughtful that you are helping newbie canners🎈🎈

@bigguyandtami7525 2 жыл бұрын

Wow!! lots of good information. Thanks for doing this on camera. Hi from North Carolina. 👍

@shelwhitley1011 3 жыл бұрын

Love the app! No matter how many times we've done something...anything...it doesn't hurt to have a checklist!

@dianadoughty3540 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a wonderful informative video😉

@evasteen5269 2 жыл бұрын

Thank You!!! I'm a beginner ! Very good info and so detailed

@charriwithrow6498 Жыл бұрын

I have just watched two others You are the only one that knows what you are doing Thank You! This is the way my Gram did it too!

@trishann72 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for telling us about the canning app.

@cheryllamb8831 3 жыл бұрын

Very good video for those new to pressure canning. I finally got brave enough last year to can with a pressure canner & canned chicken, roast and pork butt. Yum. Good, fast, convenient.

@barbaras2899 3 жыл бұрын

So glad I found you on KZfaq. I’m a fairly new at canning using a All American 921 canner. I appreciate your detailed instructions and the handy canning app tip. I just downloaded it. Looking forward to watching more of your videos and using the app. Thanks for sharing.

@VickiesCountryHome 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome!

@tprada6214 2 жыл бұрын

Well I did it. I haven’t canned in several years. Thank you Lord for your help. 😁😁 I subscribed to your channel today. Your instructions were so helpful. The app helps make it easy. I look forward to seeing more of your videos. GBY.

@MyFavoriteColorIsBLUE 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for going over everything clearly. I'm a brand new canner, and this vlog was very helpful to me. New subscriber!

@VickiesCountryHome 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome!!

@MyFavoriteColorIsBLUE 3 жыл бұрын

@@VickiesCountryHome thank you

@sallystephens1524 3 жыл бұрын

I have some chicken defrosting. Hope to get it in jars tomorrow! Thanks for your time

@CookingAtPamsPlace 3 жыл бұрын

I need to learn how to can. It’s the one thing I have not learned. So thank you so much for this video!

@Trytocookthis 3 жыл бұрын

I spent several summers in my late teens doing canning of tomatoes, cabbage, juice, tomatoes..... And I barely remember doing any of it. I do remember we had a scalding hot dishwasher, and a mill thing with a crank on it to make the tomatoe juice. LOL I mean, that work was a big deal and it's like I've been hit with one of those men in black flashers, I cant recall all those different methods.

@AcornHillHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

I water bath canned for decades. Im 65 and just got over my fear of pressure canning. After doing it the first time I scratched my head wondering what the heck I was afraid of 🙃

@laurakamal8842 2 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@vickikock3592 4 ай бұрын

Thank you soooo much, did chicken like you said 👏👏👍👍💕

@donate1sttt 20 күн бұрын

7/8/24 Thank you, great explanation. Looks scrumptious

@tamaraspillis612 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the app info!🤗

@danamcmanus Жыл бұрын

Thank you soooo much! 💘

@jacoleneiu3856 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊💓

@fancythat5136 Жыл бұрын

I’m going to can chicken with lemon herb seasoning. Excellent video! TY..

@heidimarie9417 3 жыл бұрын

The app is very cool. Thanks I am doing chicken today and hambuger

@myleerose31866 8 ай бұрын

I just foun your channel. You are a good teacher. My mom is teaching me to can at 57..lol They always scared me, like having a big bomb in my kitchen. I know ridiculous..lol Together we are learning to can meat though, and we will be doing chicken next week.What about a chili base of Tomato juice burger and lots of beans, someone said I should have added vinegar, and we did not, and now I'm worried. ???

@codyrisitpost7040 3 жыл бұрын

I learned a lot of new things! Your videos are very interesting and useful! Greetings from Russia! 🌷😘

@judithstorck5195 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Vickie, New here and loved your video. No, have not yet canned - have the canner, water bath, all the tools & jars needed - maybe a couple weeks to a month will start to do the actual canning. Almost saved up enough butter to make ghee by the canning process - that is where I will start. Then on to meats. And veggies. So thank you for being so thorough & explaining the whole process to take the fear away. Judi S.

@deerpark39 2 жыл бұрын

Same here. Have the canner, jars, chicken, and butter and want to can chicken and butter first. I haven't taken the plunge yet.

@pameladavis3588 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you..

@workfromhome411_ Жыл бұрын

New Subscriber - will be doing this today ❤

@debjarvie-sexton1609 Жыл бұрын

Ty sharing..

@ladybug1630 2 жыл бұрын

USDA 2020 edition guide to home canning recommends 1 1/4 head space now.

@GregJGreen 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid. I raw packed chicken breasts in quarts for the first time last week. I canned them whole, think I may have made a mistake by not cutting them up first.

@kathkwilts 2 жыл бұрын

It will be ok but you will probably prefer to cut them up next time…

@angelacash549 3 жыл бұрын

You did a great job on this video. Your chicken turned out great

@Justme-Diana 2 жыл бұрын

Can we can previously frozen chicken? I downloaded that canning app, it looks good. I am getting ready for pressure canning, I just ordered my canner it's coming in about 1 1/2 weeks. I'm so excited can't wait.

@kathkwilts 2 жыл бұрын

Yes you can…

@ronjohn9651 3 жыл бұрын

Where do I find one of those jar lid holders you had down in that pan of water?

@coffeedrinker88 Жыл бұрын

You said raw pack you want cold jars and to tightly pack the chicken. But the USDA Complete Guide to Home Canning Guide 5 for raw pack chicken states to 'Fill hot jars loosely with raw meat pieces, leaving 1-1/4-inch headspace. Do not add liquid." Why the difference?

@kirstmlarson1 3 жыл бұрын

I just canned 20lbs of boneless, skinless breasts & thighs. I used a cocktail muddler to stuff the jars - I don’t know that it’s ever been used for cocktails, but it’s really handy for stuffing chicken in jars 😁

@tdewtx 3 жыл бұрын

lol I agree it is raw pack chicken... not ugly chicken... I no longer raw pack anything. I like the consistency better par cooking and then canning in broth. Raw pack chicken does make the best chicken salad that I have ever seen, but we don't eat that Much Chicken salad.

@dianahande2052 2 ай бұрын

were did you get that canning lid holder?

@christinekoert5248 2 жыл бұрын

We have meat birds and I m considering pressure canning a couple using the raw pack method. Can you eat the chicken straight out of the jar on a sandwich or make a cold chicken salad?

@lolam.9291 Жыл бұрын

How can you get all the air pockets out when the meat is being packed in?

@jd64064 8 ай бұрын

37:46 I think the chance of a bad seal would be greater on the new flats than an old one!

@VickiesCountryHome 8 ай бұрын

I processed this jar 9/19/20. I just noticed it again 2 days ago, and it is still a solid seal! Many of the newer lids fail to seal at all. So far I have found Superb brand to be the most reliable.

@jd64064 8 ай бұрын

The new lids are horrible, seems like everything is shrinking and such poor quality , it's the build back better plan! ugh!@@VickiesCountryHome

@reginawarren1549 2 жыл бұрын

I've heard about watched alot of canning meats. I'm a newbie on canning meats. A lot of people have commented, that chicken breast are tuff and rubbery. Is this true? I would like to can chicken,but not thighs. Thksssssss

@nicolethomas5170 5 ай бұрын

I have tried to download the app you were using in the video,but I can't seem to find it !?!

@VickiesCountryHome 5 ай бұрын

Try a search for Canning Timer and Checklist. The logo is a filled canning jar in front of a clock face. It is by Oregon State University.

@melanieking1199 2 жыл бұрын

No salt or seasoning?

@christopherfountain7129 8 ай бұрын

What was the name of the app?

@bella-bee 2 жыл бұрын

I see the headspace should now be 1.25”? 1 and 1/4 inches. Because chicken is wetter these days and releases more liquid, I think.

@bella-bee 2 жыл бұрын

If you come back to test the seal after 24hrs and you sadly find one that hasn’t sealed, is that meat still ok to eat that day, because it’s been sat at room temperature? My understanding is that the canning process sterilises the contents and the seal prevents any microbes getting back in during storage, and so not much will have got into it in the meantime. BUT it’s been at room temperature. What do you think please?

@VickiesCountryHome 2 жыл бұрын

From my research, you have up to 24 hours to refrigerate or use. If you can tell by 12 hours (visually) I will go ahead and refrigerate.

@debbierodgers2955 Жыл бұрын

What was the name of the app u told us to go to to find altitude and other info?

@VickiesCountryHome Жыл бұрын

Canning Timer and Checklist

@Amanda-id2ht 5 ай бұрын

I see other people pour hot water on top of the chicken before putting on the lid?

@Mary-fe2fz 2 жыл бұрын

I bought thirty pounds of chicken breasts and done this step by step. My jars sealed nicely. I let them sit out on my table undisturbed for two days. I put them in my basement where it's nice and cool. Couple days later all my chicken went bad.

@busybeezcleaning3085 2 жыл бұрын

That is too bad, I'd like to know why 😢

@kathkwilts 2 жыл бұрын

How cool is that basement?

@user-pi8of5qw2l 11 ай бұрын

Do u add anything in the jars ,, salt?

@VickiesCountryHome 11 ай бұрын

Nothing but chicken.

@MyFavoriteColorIsBLUE 3 жыл бұрын

Can you reuse the lids?

@VickiesCountryHome 3 жыл бұрын

Some people do reuse for canning, although I don’t (it isn’t recommended). But I do reuse for storage and vacuum sealing.

@5ones418 3 жыл бұрын

What would be the average time the canned chicken could remain on the shelf?

@ljtminihomestead5839 3 жыл бұрын

I think it's up to 10yrs, but you need check lids every year.if you're rotating foot you aren't gonna have a problem....ball says 18 months, that's a blanket statement to cya.

@5ones418 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the reply. I canned 10 pints last Friday. Boneless skinless chicken breasts were on sale for $1.99 a pound, I purchased 18 more pounds. Will be canning these tomorrow. I found the most useful part of your video, was when you said each pint is about 1 pound. That helped me tremendously. I never knew how much to buy. Thank you!