"Kowbird" by Matt Horn is a great cookbook with easy to follow recipes. In addition to the great recipes, the photography in the book is stunning. I really enjoyed the accompanying photos and they truly complement the cookbook.

Thank you NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for the digital arc in exchange for my review.

Almost everybody loves chicken, and there are probably a million or more ways to prepare it. However, Matt Horn, a successful restaurateur focuses on Southern dishes in his excellent cookbook, Kowbird: Amazing Chicken Recipes from Chef Matt Horn's Restaurant and Home Kitchen. This cookbook is awesome! It includes dozens of recipes that are irresistible.

It starts out with types of chicken and general information about the birds. Then it includes a bunch of main chicken dishes, all of which are mouthwatering (actually there isn’t one that I won’t put on my “must make soon” list). It is followed by southern sides that aren’t particularly innovative, but very southern and perfect accompaniments to the chicken dishes. Southern desserts are next followed by sauces, gravies, and spices used in southern cooking.

The recipes are written in the traditional manner with the ingredients listed first, followed by step by step instructions that are easy to follow. Almost every recipe includes a beautiful, professional photograph which makes it impossible to resist. Horn makes comments at the top of each recipe, which make them even more enticing. His writing style is great and the book is fun to read.

There aren’t so many recipes to be overwhelming, but enough to keep chicken fans cooking for weeks. Anyone looking at this excellent cookbook will for a queue of fabulous foods that they want to cook. This one is highly recommended.

Special thanks to NetGalley for supplying a review copy of this book.

This is a great chicken cookbook! The recipes I'm most excited to try are 'Fried Chicken', 'Kowbird Chicken Smash Burger', 'Bird Fries' and 'Roasted Parmesan Chicken'. I would recommend this! Special Thank You to Matt Horn, Quarto Publishing and NetGalley for allowing me to read a complimentary copy in exchange for an honest review.

A delicious fried chicken cookbook that makes me hungry just thinking about it!

There are lots of really great recipes here, including some for sides, jambalaya, sauces, and desserts. A very nice compilation of southern style recipes for people who hadn't grown up with these dishes in their houses! My only complaint is a familiar one though- I need more pictures please! So very many nice dinners are in my future. Ha!

Thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for the digital ARC.

Take your fried chicken and Southern cooking game to the next level with this excellent book by Matt Horn. The photos are drool-worthy and the recipes are approachable and simple to follow. A great cookbook for summer potluck and picnic style dining.

Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group – Harvard Common Press for this ARC.

This book with its amazing pictures really had my mouth watering as I read it. I love chicken and I can’t wait to try out some of the delicious recipes in this book. Simple, uncomplicated instructions without the need for hard to find ingredients.

This is a terrific southern cookbook! Especially for non-Southerners. I loved seeing his twists on the classic Southern dishes. For me I have my own recipes for most of these but I still found this terrific and authentic!

warning- this book will make you VERY hungry! Every single recipe in this book looks delicious and can't wait to cook my way through it

I absolutely loved this cookbook! The pictures are fantastic and the instructions were very detailed and easy to follow.

Book Review: "Kowbird: Amazing Chicken Recipes" by Matt Horn

Rating 5 Stars

If you're a chicken enthusiast like myself, then Matt Horn's "Kowbird" cookbook is an absolute game-changer. This culinary gem takes you on a flavorful journey through the world of chicken dishes, showcasing the expertise of Chef Matt Horn in all its glory.

Horn's dedication to perfecting his chicken recipes shines through in this book. From the moment you lay eyes on the drool-worthy cover, you know you're in for a treat. With 65 mouth-watering recipes ranging from comforting weekday dinners to show-stopping weekend feasts, "Kowbird" offers a diverse selection that will satisfy all your chicken cravings.

What sets this cookbook apart is not just the delicious recipes but also the creativity and passion that Chef Horn infuses into each dish. Whether you're a fan of grilling, smoking, sautéing, or baking, Horn has got you covered with innovative techniques that elevate chicken to new heights.

One of the standout features of "Kowbird" is the attention to detail in the recipes. Each dish comes with clear prep and cook times, making it easy for home cooks of all levels to recreate Horn's culinary magic in their own kitchens. The easy-to-follow instructions ensure that even novice chefs can whip up restaurant-quality meals with ease.

And let's not forget about the photography - it's simply stunning. The vibrant images in the book will make your mouth water and inspire you to get cooking right away. From classic staples like chicken and dumplings to tantalizing desserts and spice mixes, "Kowbird" offers a comprehensive guide to Southern cooking at its best.

In conclusion, "Kowbird: Amazing Chicken Recipes" is a must-have for anyone who appreciates good food, especially those with a love for chicken and Southern cuisine. Chef Matt Horn's passion for his craft shines through in every page, making this cookbook a true gem for home cooks and food enthusiasts alike. Get ready to elevate your chicken game and embark on a culinary adventure like no other with "Kowbird."

⚠️This review was written based on personal opinions and experiences with the book. Individual preferences may vary⚠️

I collect cookbooks and not only did I read this! I tried a few recipes too!
Favorites included: Chicken Pot Pie and the Bourbon Chicken. The photographs are fabulous which made me want to disappear into the recipes.
I hope to visit this restaurant in person one day but until then, I have the cookbook!

This is a great, creative, chicken-focused cookbook. It includes recipes for classic Southern sides and desserts, so it has everything covered for all of your meals.

This is a beautiful cookbook, all about chicken recipes from a Southern perspective. It will make you crave fried chicken like nothing else, but it is far more than just a fried chicken cookbook. There are a variety of chicken dishes, as well as sides, desserts, and sauces, so you can have an entire chicken feast. All the recipes look fantastic, and nearly all of them include a gorgeous photo of the finished dish. This makes me really want to visit Matt Horn’s restaurant of the same name next time I’m in Northern California!

I eat a lot of chicken. Like, a LOT of chicken since developing allergic reactions to “hoof meat” (disgusting term used by the allergist). And my parents are from the south so my palate grew up Southern. When we went to Mississippi to visit family, I think I dripped oil for days because we fried every meal using it. I consider myself pretty qualified to review this book.

I can’t wait to try some of these recipes. The Georgia Peach thighs. Oh yes. The Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken looked nice and juicy. Chicken Brunswick Stew- sounds interesting. The Chicken Salad - maybe; I have a pretty good recipe of my own. Then there are some desserts I need to try.

This is a good cookbook. Just like 96% of cookbooks, it needs more photos. The photos included are well-labeled. Great book!

Southern chicken at its best - fried. This cook book contains variations on the basic southern style chicken including recipes for sauces, gravies, and rubs. I’m looking forward to trying the Nashville hot styles and making the remoloude sauce, something I’ve been curious about but never tried. I liked that the recipes did not seem too complicated and the ingredients were straightforward- nothing that I would be buying for one recipe only.

Making fried chicken has never seemed so easy! I loved how simple the recipes are, most have only a handful of ingredients and the steps are straightforward. And at the top of each recipe is a great history or back story to each recipe. I love the southern roots to the recipes and how it all seems home cooked, but not long drawn out processes and meals. Great section breakdowns and a good range within the sections as well. I also appreciate how clean and open the recipe pages are. It is very minimalistic, the food speaks for itself.
The pictures of the food are so clean and look like a regular person could easily replicate what it looks like, and I love the landscape black and white pictures so much. They really give the feel of the land for the inspiration for these recipes.
The only part that seems a bit much was the longer and multiple essays at the beginning of the book. The background was interesting and I loved the history and breakdown of the types of chickens, but it also was a little long winded on the rest.
Thank you to NetGalley and Harvard Common Press for my ARC!

So many solid recipes. I've been to the restaurant several times and it was so nice to be able to recreate some dishes at home, especially now that I'm no longer living in the area.

I’M HUNGRY. I wish there were more pictures in the second half of the book of the sides and deserts but what we had were great and there’s definitely a few recipes I might want to try.

Thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for the digital ARC.

No fuss. No frills. Big bold taste.

I love how straightforward this recipe book is. I recently had friends over for a cook out and used the bbq chicken recipe. Great guide to serving up big flavors with few steps. Can’t wait to try more recipes!

Thank you Quarto Publishing Group and NetGalley for the ARC of this book.

Kowbird is a great way to bring the Southern cooking into your home. They’re enough recipes to have a yummy feast that consists of variations of chicken (which should satisfy anyone’s taste), sides, desserts and sauces. The photos are a work of art themselves- some will make you hear an oil sizzle or others will make you feel a wind in the field.

Each recipe is made from simple, easy accessible ingredients and the instructions are short and understandable.