First Time Canning Chicken | How to save unsealed Jars | Canuary | The Purposeful Pantry

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

CORRECTION! Thankfully someone caught this, and I needed to make the correction - the reprocessing time is still 75 minutes, not 65 minutes. I was looking at the bone-in time, not the boneless -so please make note of that!!! This is why it is ALWAYS best to use YT videos as a means of inspiration and visual learning - but ALWAYS double-check canning info with the NCHFP's website or your book. ALWAYS!

[@janetbusch6517]

Good idea to mix breasts and thighs...I'm going to do that my next chicken canning session! Thanks

[@barb7014]

Thank you for walking us through how to deal with lids that didn’t seal. You’re the best.

[@lindaferguson593]

Why? Wouldn't chicken still be safe at 60 min for both pts and qts? I think they could.

[@Carol32547]

If it has meat of any kind I usually let them process at least for 90. Can never be too safe

[@hedymartin763]

It's not a failure, it's a learning opportunity...for all of us! Thank you!

[@lindahorton4150]

It's easy to forget, especially when we are in a hurry. Thanks for reminding us how important it is to not skip this step.

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

You bet!

[@rhodaneader9008]

Darcy, thank you for your honesty. I really appreciate that you showed all the steps as I, too have forgotten things. ❤

[@debibufkin]

It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been canning, sooner or later, mistakes will be made, especially while multitasking, phone calls, family needs, etc. Love your honesty and the fact you didn’t cover the goof up and allowed this to be a learning experience. Also, this will help newbies feel better about their learning curve. 😉

[@Michelle_Myers]

Thank you for keeping your canning session real & showing us how to fix a mistake in order to save our food! ❤️❤️

[@Ranunkel121]

Yes that's so important. I just started Pressur canning and I was so frustrated because the first 4 tries where fails.... It took me quit some time to figure out what went wrong.... And when you only see the perfect filld endresults from others you get sad.. So thank you for being honest.

[@orchidgarden2553]

Sorry for the heartbreak.. but yes thank you for continuing the process of ways to fix or go forward. You are awesome, thank you for time and lesson.. hugs

[@corinnewhitekeane8797]

Wow! Thank you so much for being so transparent about the good, bad and ugly of raw-pack pressure canning. Keeping it real is so helpful for those of us who are totally new to canning.

[@donnafurnas6663]

I am glad to see you focus on small batches and that everyone has had fails no matter how experienced you are

[@jenniferspeers2453]

Agreed. Really important to share the failures/ hiccups along with the successes

[@cherylmitchell1869]

I want to thank all participants that are doing these videos. I am learning so much from y’all . Like Sandi I wish we had this when I was younger.

[@IMOO1896]

I’m almost 71 y/o and I’m a new canner. Wish I’d started years ago, but I wouldn’t have had this wonderful community to learn from and be encouraged by.would there been a cause to de-bubble, since from camera angle there were air pockets?

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

It's never too late !!

[@melissac3313]

No need to debubble raw pack meats. The meat will settle during processing and give off its own broth to fill airpockets. Any meat above the broth may become discolored, it is still safe to eat. 🙂

[@IMOO1896]

@@melissac3313 I learn something new every day, it’s so exciting to pick up recipes and instructions from those who are experienced,

[@rosequartz4705]

Pppĺĺò

[@Sunflowers7989]

I learn something new today. I will definitely try this!

[@kimdonato7447]

Your honesty about being human brings a sense of normalcy to those just starting out pressure canning foods. Mistakes happen because no one is perfect. I certainly respect those like yourself much more for it. Thank you! ❤

[@cynthiadobbs4250]

Thank you for owning your mistake and then showing us how to turn a mistake into a success! I love my canned chicken and have never had a failure but I am adding your information to the notes in my canning file so I can be prepared for any missteps in the future. (And you are right, there is no such thing as "ugly chicken" - this stuff is amazing.)

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Thanks!!!!

[@arizonachaos9344]

Thank you Darcy. I always keep my book out and double check procedures and times even after canning for over 30 years. Better to be safe!

[@tristaperkins7112]

Oh my goodness, thank you so much for this! Thank you for showing us not only that even a seasons canner with a check it twice checklist can forget something, but also what to do if we have that experience. I will be pressure canning this weekend for the first time, and this gave me some extra encouragement! Nobody wants to fail, but it is so nice knowing that you can turn around and save it!

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sowgrowandcook]

Watching this in 2024. Thank you for being so honest and transparent. I do a lot of canning and occasionally have some failures with sealing- or syphoning. It’s helpful to see other experienced canners have issues, too. Much appreciated and thank you ( from Wales UK). 😊

[@pamozenne3742]

It’s so easy to forget a step. Luckily I’ve caught my forgotten step by going over my cheat sheet before starting my canner. Thanks for showing us how easy it is to slip a step.

[@kizmomma7009]

I love when people share mishaps. It makes it relatable.

[@pattypeterson6791]

Thank you for this video! It's nice to see a "fail" and what to do about it. I'm very new to pressure canning and would have no idea what to do in this situation! It's nice to see real life and not just the pretty, dressed up version.

[@kcvmalibu]

I love that you showed the error and then corrected it. Very useful information.

[@christywright2188]

I've always said and believe everything happens for a reason and this.missed step allowed this to be a very informative learning lesson and the proper ways to fix it. Glad you didn't lose any chicken and can imagine how disappointing this was to you. Well now you're set for easy quick chicken salad. Cheer up there was no loss and keep filling that pantry lady. See you in the next. Missouri Wrightchk

[@skycampbell7898]

Thankful for channels who keep it real! Failures happen, sometimes we know why and sometimes not. Ugly chicken is one of our favorites!

[@krussell9995]

Great tutorial! You turned a mistake into a learning experience and it's so important to know what to do in the case of a failed seal.

[@caseyderee7830]

I love the fact you shared a mistake and a correction. It’s super helpful for new people and the learning process

[@KetoGalAnn]

Such a PERFECT video!! We usually learn the most from our mistakes. I learned more from this one video than all the several vids I’ve watched! So thankful you made this mistake and then explained where to go afterward. I start my canning journey with the recent arrival of my first canner, All-American 921, any day now! 🤓😬😆

[@laurafine7158]

Thank you for leaving in the mistake because we all occasionally do a 'boo-boo' while canning, I knew immediately that you'd forgotten to wipe the rims but a lot of new canners might not catch it, and this way they can see what can go wrong when you fail to do that. I've made costly mistakes in my canning over the years so I appreciate and understand how hard this is to actually admit that things happen even to a seasoned canner.

[@lindaarnold3091]

Thank you for showing how to rescue the failed lids. I have been canning all my life, and for the newbies this was a good exercise. Appreciate your videos and willingness to share your knowledge. Happy Canuary!

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Glad you think so!!!

[@giniascott2575]

I love that you didn't get rid of your mistake and thank you for showing what to do if you do make that mistake. We are all human, we all make mistakes. I love canning chicken! Makes dinner prep so easy!!!!

[@cbass2755]

How funny! I’m canning chicken right now. I precooked my “ chunks” and got 11 pints canning now….I love doing this. And yep, some fail, but I reprocess or eat for dinner. Btw….I love your video’s, your content is fantastic. I also just finished dehydrating 4 packages of veggies too. Their sitting on my counter now for conditioning…..because of you..❤️

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

That is awesome! Thanks so much!

[@sherrie4667]

When you show us that you can have things go wrong then it helps me not to freak out when something goes wrong in my canning. Thank you!

[@janetbattaglia8869]

Thank you for sharing the complete video, we all learn from each other’s mistakes!!! I love canning and watching everyone’s videos.

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

You are so welcome!

[@debbieandrews9619]

Thank you for showing us sometimes things go wrong. Most you tubers want you to think they never have failures. I love seeing the real deal. Thank you.

[@georgina979]

I lost 5 jars in my last canning session... it hurt. I could see that it was the fat in the jars that caused my issue. I will be more careful next time. Thanks for sharing real life canning problems.

[@peggydietz4734]

Thanks for your information. Who said an old dog can't learn new tricks?. I am 79 and you taught me something new.

[@donnapayne9526]

I am fairly new to canning and have had several fails with my canning, pressure cooker issues. I do small batch canning as well, 4 pints at a time.

[@kathie1126]

so glad that you were able to save the jars after the "mis-step". Gives others the hope that they too will be able to avert disasters.

[@sharonleite6501]

Love ❤️ my “ugly” chicken! Favorite recipe is to layer in a casserole dish with rinsed home canned potatoes on the bottom, chicken , herb of choice, top with cheese and bake till bubbly.

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Sounds yummy!

[@amandaguidry4242]

Mmm that sounds good! I'm always looking for new recipes for my canned meat! Thanks!

[@charlottedawson850]

Thanks, a new recipe for “ugly chicken “ is always welcomed!

[@alicejohnson9080]

I recently made chicken/turkey soup made of ingredients that I canned /froze this fall. Was able to share with three of my sister. OMG best chicken/turkey veggie soup EVVVER.

[@ericawaymaster2919]

Good for you leaving in the error and showing how to correct that. That is why Canuary is so great people can learn so much.

[@LurkerSmurf]

I forget to de-bubble sometimes even with the de-bubbler sitting on the towel next to the jars. It's very easy to miss a step when you're excited about a new recipe.

[@tz5502]

Thank you Darcy for sharing a small batch and what happened as it helps all of use learn together.

[@Jonni8]

I'm new, actually getting ready for my 1st canning. This video was so very helpful! Thank you so much and for the print out, you Rock! 💜

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Remember that is for the Presto only - if you use another canner, there may be some different steps.

[@cindy-ki8ex]

I am glad you are showing what to do when you have a failed seal. Everyone can make a mistake and this way we know what to do. Thank you for showing us this.

[@sunrisesidesnowdogs5920]

I’ve not mixed the thigh meat in with breast meat before, but it makes a lot of sense! Will be doing a batch like that soon

[@cyndisgreenoasis6571]

I am so glad that you showed your blooper and pointed it out for those of us that are new to canning

[@pamela6155]

Thank you for always being so honest with us Darcy and showing us things to watch out for. I've only pressured canned once so far, and it was 4 jars of ugly chicken. I know it's silly but I'm afraid to eat it, what if I did it wrong! LOL

[@jeanettegilder1616]

The food will spoil quickly!

[@lindakrause8793]

Thanks for that comment that the food would ruin quickly! I think all us newbies would look in on these jars in our pantries and grab something else! And how long would that continue?

[@pamela6155]

I used my first ever batch of ugly chicken [and my first ever pressure canning batch] last night for the first time and I didn't die, so I think I did it right LOL

[@carolmalko615]

This was a great save, lol. Thank you for showing how one little slip in the beginning can affect your canning success. Chicken is my favorite thing to can. It's never ugly to me!

[@bethmuhly374]

I love having canned chicken on the pantry shelves. It's just a GREAT addition for easy meals on busy nights.

[@terrimitchell24]

Good to hear the updated head space.

[@lisaautry4944]

Thank you for being willing to show your mistake. It’s nice to know no one is perfect.

[@sueh2928]

Allowing us to see mistakes and how to recover from them is important. Thanks for teaching us.

[@lindajasper5053]

I am so very glad that you decided to show this canning video in what NOT do do and how to fix it DARCY!!! THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT NEWBIE CANNERS NEED TO SEE! Yay! I applaud you for keeping it real and explaining everything. Great video. As always you rock! Loving this year's CANUARY!!!

[@Terri_Stauffer]

I usually just freeze a can that does not seal, thank you for walking us through how to reprocess.

[@lmcburney]

I learn so much from videos that are not perfect. Mistakes happen and I love hearing how you use them, fix them, etc. Thank you

[@Clarinda787]

Thank you for showing that common mistake and how to save the food when jars do not seal. This is information that everyone needs at some time.

[@joyceprudential4900]

I love reading all your canning and dehydrating videos. You are a very thorough teacher.

[@shanag569]

Great reminder to slow down and look at recipes no matter how many times you've made a recipe. Thank you.

[@tanyawilliamson3968]

It's so great of you to show how things sometimes go wrong.

[@rockyhillshome1513]

Your honesty is so appreciated. It says so much about your character. Thank you.

[@linkylou13]

Thank you for sharing your experience that aren't the Good Housekeeping seal of approval videos. It's necessary to know what we should do when it happens to us.

[@denisewilson8367]

I'm glad you owned up to making your mistake. This shows new canners that everyone can make mistakes, and something doesn't seal. But showing how to correct your mistake is also helpful. Chicken salad, chicken tacos, and chicken pot pies are my favorites.

[@GrandmaBsBusyLife]

I love that you showed the fail. It helps others know what to do.

[@brandonaldridge1417]

Thank you for showing the failing part of the chicken and how to save it. First time pressure canning, it helps to see what needs to happen and what will happen when you don't follow the steps.

[@gwizu3]

BEST description (plus demonstration) of finger tight of all the videos!!! Thanks from all of us newbies.

[@MrsMags]

I started canning chicken a few years ago and wondered why I had waited so long! My whole family loves it. It's worth the effort to learn.

[@sheilascott7301]

Ugly Chicken was the first meat that we canned. We love canning chicken, because you can make so many recipes with it. Thanks for all you teach us..

[@lynnes-over-it5887]

It is easy to forget at times. Thank you for showing what you can do if they do not seal. I know I would hate to throw anything away...

[@simplylogan9977]

I think it’s excellent that you went ahead and posted this video. It shows people that even seasoned canners can have mishaps.

[@billyharwell1932]

Very helpful to see what to do when you have a failed seal. It was also nice to see what the chicken actually looks like once it comes out of the jar.

[@karenhogue8443]

Thank you for talking about the options to save food when jars don't seal!

[@gloriamanning6787]

I was glad to see you shared your experience with a bad batch of chicken with processing. That’s really good to know.

[@cmac5739]

I enjoyed seeing how real you are even when you make a mistake. Thank you for that and how to fix a mistake.

[@achicknamedstevesmith820]

This is a great video to show why wiping the rims is so important. Very educational!

[@Fcarmen.s]

I like that you didn’t edit your mistake. As a first time learner that makes me feel good about messing things up myself. I use to get caught with analysis paralysis and wouldn’t try anything new until I heard a podcast about just that and I was like nope I need to stop that. It’s definitely better to try then to not. Thank you!!!!! You’re awesome 😎

[@mollycatcolorado9252]

Glad to know I’m not the only one who likes to wear nitrile gloves when handling raw chicken! And yes, I also change them frequently, too!

[@zanerichardson3570]

Love this. This is a great way to store chicken without taking up freezer space when chicken is on sale.

[@grannyharvey9062]

Thanks for showing us how to fix the mistake. I like the fact you kept the video real to show us that stuff does happen.

[@davinastout5777]

I'm good at forgetting a step when cooking and canning. I do double check now. We all learn something new every day.

[@kimberlypark2509]

I love how you showed us mistakes happen and how to fix it!

[@mpennington27]

I appreciate how up front and real you are. Thank you for showing your mistakes.

[@beancounter5850]

Thank you sharing the mishap. It will help the rest of us remember the importance of wiping the rim.

[@margareturmanski9517]

I appreciate you showing us that mistakes happen-because they do. Thank you for also showing how to correct the problem. 👍

[@allicialacey3249]

I'm so happy you kept this video and edited to show us what happened and how to fix it! Thank you

[@grannaboo03]

My first canning project, was almost a fail too! I had just gotten a brand new All American 931 and my first project was canning pork but after watching Suttons days video. But since it was a new canner my first time using it, it didn’t quite seal and so it never came up to pressure. I ran it and ran it but it never jiggled it was over 75 minutes and it never jiggled. So I turned it off and let it come down to room temperature…. The seals sealed, but I wasn’t sure if it had been in the save zone or how long it had been there. So I froze the meat after it was cool. The next few times I use the canner I was able to get it to the right pressure, so now I am up and running. I thank you though for showing this video, so that we all can learn what to do when things don’t go perfectly. I think I will set my little container of vinegar over my jar lids, so that I can remember to wipe the rims.

[@bonniebell1104]

Your honesty is very much appreciated. It's good to know what to do when we make blunders while canning. It will happen to all of us at one point. So thank you for sharing your blunders and how we can fix it.

[@miltonc.barrsr3958]

So glad you corrected your error. Some new canners may not have realized the missed step. You are great in your descriptions in how to can protein.

[@majakldragon]

I too have been in such a rush or state of absentmindness that I have forgotten to wipe the rims with vinegar. We all make mistakes at one time or another and sometimes things just happen or in this case don't. The lids did not seal. Its great that you show this to all canners and didn't edit it out.

[@jennbidwelledwardson2885]

Thank you for keeping it real for us. That chicken doesn't look ugly at all.

[@lisakingsley6834]

I really appreciate you sharing not just the pretty chicken, but also reality that it doesn't always go perfect. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@sharonevans9412]

Thank you! I'm glad you show the real world! Some people will edit out their oops! We are all human and get busy and/or forgetful at times! Especially those of us that are a little long in the tooth !

[@marywoodke2510]

Keep calm and process on. Love that you showed how to save the canned chicken with several options.

[@gibsongirl6816]

It's very refreshing to see someone fail and share so we all learn. Thanx.

[@betsylutz6563]

Reprocessing jars that failed.....I didn't know it would be safe! I have had some "bargain lids" that I ordered online where not a single jar sealed and I tossed 9 pints worth of ground beef chili for fear that it wouldn't be safe after they were pulled out of the canner and sat on my counter overnight. I did wipe the rims and was very careful. I honestly think it was a bad batch of no-name lids. I will make sure from here on out that I pay attention to the 24 hour time line. I also pay more attention to the brand of my lids now too. Thank you for this awesome information.

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

It's definitely something to check out on the NCHFP website to get the info right for your particular food, but yes, most jars can be reprocessed or at least frozen.

[@jennvoorhees]

Thanks for sharing how small batch canning can be done as well as how to fix a mistake so that it isn't a complete loss.

[@zgadams1981]

I'm am so glad you showed this so that newbies can learn from one of the most important tasks.

[@juneauesque]

Thank you for showing exactly how to reprocess a failure to seal. I feel a lot less anxious about canning now.

[@MichellesCraftsandMore]

So nice to see someone do a video on fails and how to fix them. I have had to reprocess things in the past. If it is just one jar I just end up eating it immediately.

[@volcessa]

Thank you for showing the thing most canners seem to forget. Having a fail is such an excellent teacher for us all.

[@magnoliahomesteadwithannie6300]

I think this is the best video I have seen yet. Failures are a fact and knowing how to fix it is supremely important

[@karenhunter6679]

Thank you for showing the errors and how to correct them. We are all human. Thanks for sharing.

[@sherirohler6553]

Love that you showed how to fix an oops canning project. Thank you. We Love buffalo chicken dip. Your canned chicken would taste a whole lot better then what you get from a can in the store.

[@hollidriver2751]

I love the repurposing of jars!

[@michelleprater662]

Darcy this is a great example of how to fix your our mistakes. Even the most seasoned canner can do forget a step. Great save!