How to Use a Presto Precise Digital Pressure Canner ~ Canning Chicken Breasts

[@michelesalazar2045]

I'm so excited that I bought the electric canner. I'm canning the chicken now as I watch you. I did some research on the canner. Watch a lady from the channel call ROSE RED. she is a science professor and did placed an object in the canner to see if it kept the proper pressure. Please watch her so your viewers can feel safe to use the canner.

[@joyhomesteadva]

Yes, she has great videos. I have watched several. -Jamie

[@Charley7771]

Hi, does the canner have a stacking rack for smaller jars?

[@KarenShady-l4b]

This is the best beginner Presto digital video Ive seen. Thank you for giving us such an in depth tutorial. My new Presto arrives in the next week or 2 (Im in Australia)….

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you so much. I hope you love your canner as much as I love mine. Happy Canning! -Jamie

[@childofthemosthighgod1995]

Tysm for your video. The step by step visual instructions are perfect to follow. So glad people are going back to old school canning. We became too reliable on mass commercial foods that have degraded us to garbage food in the last century. Before commercial food and big pharma we took care of our families just fine since the beginning of time. God blass you and yours!

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you so much! I am intentionally learning new skills each day so that I can know where and how all of my food is made. Hopefully I can encourage and teach others to do the same. I hope you have a wonderful day! -Jamie

[@etaburken2209]

I've been accustomed to the the American stove top canner but wanted to be able to have more going on in my kitchen so I bought the electric one. When I opened it I realized I needed more visual instruction, I found your video and it is excellent. You have great teaching skills!🤩

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you so much! I've been a high school teacher for almost two decades. I'm glad those teaching skills have helped with these videos. That is my main goal, to show/teach others the homesteading knowledge I have gained. -Jamie

[@Stephenrsm7600]

WoW, you made that canning session look SO easy!!! I bought that canner, but have not felt comfortable to try this, now I do!!!

[@joyhomesteadva]

Aww, yay! It's completely normal to be nervous at first (I was terrified when I first started canning). Make sure to read the manual a couple times and you'll see the machine does most of the work. I hope you love the canner as much as I love mine. -Jamie

[@dare2dreambig313]

Thank you so much for this video. I didn't know you could can meat like this. How long will this last in the jars? I have been wondering about this canner because I didn't want to use the stove top. Does this canner come with recipes? Do you have a recipe book that you would share with me in my journey to canning? Do you prefer the normal size jars or the wide mouth jars? Would the wide mouth jars fit in the canner? Thank you.

[@joyhomesteadva]

@dare2dreambig313 this canned chicken is good for as long as the seal holds. Most jar companies say 18 months, but I've had canned goods hold much longer than that. The canner comes with basic recipes and processing times. I use tested recipes by Ball, National Center for Home Preservation, and USDA. All of these can be found online for free. The canner works with wide and regular mouth jars, you just can't fit as many wide mouth as regular mouth per canner load. I prefer wide mouth for chunkier foods and regular for liquids or smooth canned foods. I hope this helps! -Jamie

[@Katya-zj7ni]

Saw a tip on Rose Red Homestead that if you find yourself canning an extra jar, fill it with water and can it. That means you have a jar of sterile water on hand for any wound emergency. Great video, my presto digital just arrived yesterday so I’m canning chicken today , thank you .

[@joyhomesteadva]

That is a great tip! I hope you enjoy yours as much as I enjoy mine. Happy Canning! -Jamie

[@dianewebb8461]

How do you get hard water off of jars?

[@sushicourier]

​@dianewebb8461 It's a terrible problem for me as well. Put a couple of tablespoons of plain, white vinegar in the water. That cuts down the white a lot! And I always wash the jars after canning before storing them and a good sponge scrubber will usually easily remove any white "bloom" that happens to form.

[@rietdemonte8175]

Thank you só much for showing us to work with the electric canner ❤❤❤

[@joyhomesteadva]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching! -Jamie

[@OhioDan62]

Awesome video, just unboxed my canner and watched your video twice and made 6 pints of canned chicken. THANKS! tomorrow I have another 40# ready to can.

[@joyhomesteadva]

That's wonderful! I hope you love the canner as much as I love mine. Happy Canning! -Jamie

[@OhioDan62]

@@joyhomesteadva I need 2 more. haha

[@joyhomesteadva]

@@OhioDan62 I feel the same way!

[@MsBobip]

Amazing video with wonderful detail. Great job!!

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you so much!-Jamie

[@carolhesterberg7526]

I just got one if these canners and appreciate the tutorial! I just read that heating the lids is no longer necessary. I guess it's because they no longer use real rubber on them. It's listed as a "Canning Mistake," but I've been doing it most of my life with no problem. Go figure ...

[@joyhomesteadva]

I've heard that too. The For Jars brand lids still say to heat them up first to loosen the compounds but Ball and Kerr say that step is no longer necessary. I hope you love your new canner. Thanks for watching! -Jamie

[@carolhesterberg7526]

@@joyhomesteadva Good to know. I might order some of those lids!

[@Charley7771]

Hi, does the canner have a stacking rack for smaller jars?

[@carolhesterberg7526]

@@Charley7771 I just read in my manual that you can place 3 screw bands under the rack when canning half-pint jars to raise them higher from the bottom of the canner. You can also stack jars in two levels by staggering them so they are not directly on top of the ones below (basically resting on edges of the jars below).

[@Charley7771]

@@carolhesterberg7526 Thank you Carol

[@melissadavidson842]

Very well explained. Easy to understand your guidance. Thanks.

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you for watching! -Jamie

[@cindyengland9669]

Thank you for showing me how to use the canning

[@joyhomesteadva]

You're welcome! -Jamie

[@bettywarren9576]

Just recently purchased the Presto digital canner and chicken is the first thing I’m processing. Just came across your video and so happy I did. After watching, I think I’m ready to start. Excellent tutorial. Looking forward to more processing videos. Thank you.

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you so much 🧡 I absolutely love this canner. Be sure to read the manual, it explains everything. The machine will alert you for each step, making it so much better for multitasking, unlike with a traditional stove top canner. Sending good seals your way, happy canning! -Jamie

[@sheilagaleano365]

Thank you... doing this this evening.... same amazing canner. First time here. Just subscribed : )

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you so much for watching! Happy Canning! -Jamie

[@sheilagaleano365]

@joyhomesteadva thank you. My chicken looks scrumptious!!!! Canned 3 quarts chicken and 2 quarts black beans in one batch and another batch of seasoned pinto beans. So happy. Washed all.... to start more tomorrow : )

[@dianneeverett1633]

Super video and instructions. I just bought this same canner and am anxious start this journey. Specifically I wanted to start canning meats and chicken when on sale. Truthfully, I was afraid to even try it. Thank you so much. Wish me luck.

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you! I was very anxious when I first started canning. Take your time and read the instructions and recipe multiple times. The anxiety lessens over time. You've got this! I believe in you! -Jamie

[@lindafischer9384]

Joy Best Presto video ever. Is yours. 6, 12 or 17 quart?

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you. This one is a 12 quart canner. -Jamie

[@suzyvance7328]

Great job with the demo.. Easy to understand and apply.. Thanks so much... I look forward to other canning videos..

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you! -Jamie

[@stillwatersfarmstead4558]

Just bought one today! Can’t wait to use. Your video is excellent-much appreciated! Where did the jar labels come from? I love them! ❤️

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thanks for watching! I hope you love the canner as much as I love mine! The labels are from Amazon. They have lots of pretty designs to choose from, these are 2 inches round.-Jamie

[@lindabranch8294]

Love this video I got one of those canners and getting ready to start canning. Your video is really goodl

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you for watching! I hope you love the canner as much as I do. Happy Canning! -Jamie

[@bluebirdhomestead]

I have never canned raw chicken before! Thanks for sharing your process 😀-Cara

[@joyhomesteadva]

It is so easy and convenient. Last night I didn't feel like cooking a big meal: dumped a jar of chicken, jar of broth, and jar of carrots into a pot; added cooked rice...bam, chicken and rice soup! So easy! -Jamie

[@bonniewatkins5739]

Thanks!

[@joyhomesteadva]

You're very welcome! And thank you for supporting the channel! -Jamie

[@KrissyGibbs-ri5mw]

Thank you for this video! It was excellent!

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you so much! -Jamie

[@sandywilkerson9271]

Well explained! Thank you, I subscribed!😊❤

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you so much 🧡 -Jamie

[@conniescheel9178]

This is what i have been looking for in a video. My dad bought me an electric canner, and i love it. I want to can meat, but I couldn't find an informative video to watch. This video was great. Could i use this same method for quarts? I have the same canner, now i know how to use it better with the visual instructions. Thank you so much for making this video.

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you so much. Yes, quarts of raw pack meat can be safely pressure canned. Here is a link for safe and tested process info. nchfp.uga.edu/how/can_05/chicken_rabbit.html The processing time will change but the steps will stay the same. I hope this helps. -Jamie

[@conniescheel9178]

@@joyhomesteadva Thank you it will help a lot. I will be retiring in May and want to start canning again.

[@sarahmcgrath893]

I just got one of these. I’ve been following Rose Red Homestead and her reviews. It’s great to see how you do it too!!

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thanks for stopping by! I love love love this canner! -Jamie

[@thisismelissaking]

Just received my presto electric canned and chicken is on sale this week. Thank you for this video and helping it not look so scary!

[@joyhomesteadva]

You're very welcome! Sending good canning vibes your way! -Jamie

[@donnasavedbygrace]

I just received mine and I was a bit intimidated but this has helped tremendously. Thank you!!

[@joyhomesteadva]

You're very welcome! I probably read the manual 50 times before giving it a try. It is so much simpler than a stove top pressure canner. I love it! Happy Canning! -Jamie

[@barbaracantrell6387]

Thanks wanted to know how to get 15 lbs. For Tuna

[@joyhomesteadva]

I have never canned tuna so I just looked at the manual/recipe book for this canner. It says to process half-pints or pints for 100 minutes for both hot pack and raw pack prep. This canner automatically keeps appropriate heat rather than pressure so that's why it has listed minutes rather than pressure per minutes. I hope this helps. -Jamie

[@constancehadley9037]

Excellent job walking us through the process! I am going to look into a digital one now that I see how easy-to-use it is. BTW, where is this market?

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you! It took a lot of penny saving but it's so worth it! Complete canning game-changer! Cattleman's Market, I think they are about to reopen at the new location this weekend! 😁 -Jamie

[@dnl2escort]

great tutorial, I'm on the fence on getting a canner. On the jar that didn't seal, can you still use the chicken?

[@sula496]

Yes, if it’s used soon after canning.

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you and yes, I put it in the fridge and we ate it within 24 hours. But it's never a bad idea to err on the side of caution if you don't feel comfortable with it. Let me know if you decide yes on the canner. -Jamie

[@baseballnan55]

@@joyhomesteadva how long did the unsealed jar sit at room temp on the counter? How long is it safe to be unrefrigerated on the counter after canning if it didn't seal?

[@joyhomesteadva]

@baseballnan55 this was between 12 and 18 hours after processing and I put it in the fridge after I noticed it did not seal and it was consumed that night. From what I have read, it is safe to consume as long as it was not out on the counter for more than 24 hours. You can also boil chicken for 10 minutes before consuming just to be sure but that is not a necessary step. You'll want to use or refrigerate immediately upon discovering it did not seal. I hope this helps! -Jamie

[@baseballnan55]

@@joyhomesteadva thanks for the reponse--very helpful!

[@StoptheChaos7]

Great job walking through this digital canner process. Just got one today, after old school canning so long it seem s to easy. 😊

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you! It is so nice to be able to multitask more efficiently while canning instead of babysitting the pressure the entire processing time. I hope you enjoy your new canner. I absolutely love mine. -Jamie

[@christinabradley4590]

Will get my electric canner tomorrow💃💃 Thks forvthe tutorial ❤ #newsub

[@joyhomesteadva]

I hope you love it as much as I love mine! Happy Canning! -Jamie

[@gardenhoe1000]

Thanks for the video. Hubby usually pressure cans, we are looking into an electric canner. Do you use vinegar in your canner to discourage cloudy jars from hard water?

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you for watching! I have started putting a tiny splash of vinegar in the canner to help with the buildup. I checked the manual first and it approves a little for that purpose. I hope that helps! -Jamie

[@MFV77]

16:46 how did it magically say 75 minutes countdown?

[@joyhomesteadva]

When you first set the machine you put in the processing time. It will start that countdown once the correct pressure/temperature is reached and maintained. I hope that helps! -Jamie

[@Charley7771]

Thanks, does the canner have a stacking rack for smaller jars?

[@joyhomesteadva]

It does not come with an extra rack for stacking half pints. -Jamie

[@Charley7771]

@@joyhomesteadva Thank Joy

[@carolwithers3645]

Can you put vinager in water so your jars will come out clear?

[@joyhomesteadva]

@carolwithers3645 yes, that is allowed. The manual suggests just a splash. -Jamie

[@carolwithers3645]

@@joyhomesteadva Thank you!

[@kathyscrazylife]

Do you put any vinegar in your canner water to prevent cloudy jars?

[@joyhomesteadva]

Yes, I'll put just a splash of vinegar (when I remember). The manual approves this for this canner. Thanks for watching! -Jamie

[@lindahodgkins4197]

SPICE RACK to the left of the windows. Like more info on the black rack and which spices you keep on your counter. AnOldYankeeGardener :)

[@joyhomesteadva]

I think the spice rack is from either Walmart or Amazon. I know I got the mini mason jars at Walmart. I always have salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, garlic salt, paprika, parlsey, chives, thyme, cilantro, cayenne powder, cinnamon, ginger, basil, oregano, and cumin on the rack. I also have some tomato powder in the pint jar on the rack. Most of these are grown in my garden and dehydrated. I'm so ready to replenish my herbs! -Jamie

[@lindahodgkins4197]

@@joyhomesteadva That could be a nice video.

[@SUSANREEDER-l1b]

Nice tutorial. Thank you for taking the time to walk us through.

[@joyhomesteadva]

Thank you so much! I love love love this canner! - Jamie

[@dawnehrenstrasser5423]

Does this cook the meat or is it still raw when you open it? Sorry.. i know its a stupid question...

[@joyhomesteadva]

It is completely cooked and ready to go! The meat falls apart to a shredded consistency and can be used as you would any shredded chicken. I hope this helps! -Jamie

[@fabianagramos8135]

Is not a stupid question, I was going to ask the same thing because we are always concern about raw meat or poultry and can it be dangerous for your health,sometimes we think is stupid but it can be an important one. So never be shame of asking

[@terrybrooks917]

Can you season the chicken then canned it?

[@joyhomesteadva]

Yes, as long as it is dried herbs/spices with no thickeners. The most common addition is salt, I just prefer to leave unseasoned so I can add whatever flavoring is needed for the dish I am using it in. I hope this helps! -Jamie

[@Southern195]

What if your electric goes out and it just went into cool down mode?

[@joyhomesteadva]

Any disturbance to processing requires the jars to be reprocessed for the correct times or cooked and refrigerated immediately to avoid spoilage. Make sure the pressure lock has dropped before attempting to open the lid. I hope this helps. -Jamie

[@Southern195]

@@joyhomesteadva it sit on my bar overnight but I put in the fridge this morning. Is it still safe?

[@joyhomesteadva]

@Southern195 was it able to complete the full process of venting, coming to pressure, and processing at pressure before the electric went out?

[@Southern195]

@@joyhomesteadva yes ma’am! It was in the cooling cycle when it went off.

[@joyhomesteadva]

@Southern195 oh okay! Sorry, I misunderstood. As long as it processed completely and did a full natural cool down to depressurize, then all is good! Did they all seal?

[@Crystals-n1k]

😮 l have quart ones. Any advice is much appreciated. I am a newbie.

[@joyhomesteadva]

The steps for canning quarts of raw chicken are exactly the same. The processing time is 75 minutes for pints, 90 minutes for quarts. 1 and 1/4 inch headspace for both. The website nchfp.uga.edu/how/can_05/chicken_rabbit.html has the info you need for processing. They have a full catalog of safe and tested recipes. I hope this helps! -Jamie

[@donnazack]

May I ask can you add a splash of vinegar to the water to prevent cloudiness of the jars like in my stove top one. I just ordered this one today I can't wait.

[@joyhomesteadva]

I have not added any vinegar to prevent hard water buildup on the jars. There is a coating on the inside of the canning pot, I'm not sure if vinegar would cause issues there. I just checked the manual and I don't see any mention of vinegar in the pot (good or bad). I'm sorry I don't have a more definite answer for you. -Jamie

[@donnazack]

@@joyhomesteadva Thank you.

[@katietuck1969]

Do you buy your jars and lids in bulk somewhere or do you just pick them up at your grocery store? If you do bulk buy what sites do you use?

[@joyhomesteadva]

I get my jars mainly from Walmart. A few have come from Lowes. I do not know of a bulk shopping site or location for jars. If you find one, please let me know! I do order lids in bulk from For Jars ( forjars.com ) I really like them and will continue to order from there. I hope this helps! -Jamie

[@jeffcraig5462]

So you can only use it at 15 psi? What about things that don't need that high of pressure?

[@joyhomesteadva]

That's what I found from research online. It says the canner processes at 15 psi to ensure the minimum safe psi is attained for all elevations.

[@TammyJones-nr6bl]

It processes by temperature not psi so it automatically adjusts at different altitudes.

[@michelesalazar2045]

Was your chicken cold when you put it in the canner??

[@joyhomesteadva]

It was not cold, closer to room temp to avoid temperature shock.

[@user-og2rn1eu1h]

Hi have you done hamburger if so can you show a video. I love your video

[@joyhomesteadva]

I have not! That is on my list of fall canning projects. I'll probably do a test run before I record a how-to so I can give accurate info. Thanks for watching! -Jamie

[@dianemyers250]

How long from start to finish did you have to process this one batch?

[@joyhomesteadva]

This is about 4 hours total. It takes quite a while for the electric canner to cool after processing since it is so well insulated, much longer than a stovetop pressure canner. I hope this helps! -Jamie

[@stormybrown9003]

How many people does one jar feed this size of chicken? I think you can them like this to add to dishes- not eating as just chicken. :) thanks for the great video- I’m trying to decide how big of a jar for family of 4

[@joyhomesteadva]

Yes, I use these pints primarily to add to dishes rather than as the solo main dish. One quart jar should be plenty for four servings. The process time for quarts is upped to 90 minutes, but the other stpes are the same. I hope this helps! -Jamie

[@amynoyer2671]

I was looking at this and it said pint and 1/2 pint are for water bath only? I have seen several videos of pressure canning in the pint size. Confused 🤷‍♀️

[@joyhomesteadva]

Only half pints and pints can be water bathed in this canner due to needing at least an inch of water covering jars for proper processing. Since pressure canning does not require that much water (only to the fill line of the canning pot) half pints, pints, and quarts can be pressure canned properly. I hope this helps! -Jamie

[@amynoyer2671]

@@joyhomesteadva I thought about it more after I asked the question and figured that was going to be the answer lol. Thank you for clarifying it for me ❤️. I can’t wait to get mine

[@joyhomesteadva]

​@amynoyer2671 I'm excited for you 😊 I love this canner! Happy Canning!-Jamie

[@debbiee6535]

You can add like a teaspoon of vinegar in there and you won't get those water rings that's just a lime built up from your water

[@Josef_R]

Why aren't your jars covered by one inch of water?

[@joyhomesteadva]

In pressure canning you only need the required amount of water for your canner. This canner requires 3 quarts of water and has a nifty fill line to help make sure the amount is correct. Water bath canning is what requires at least one inch of water above the jars for safe canning. I hope this helps! -Jamie