How to Start Canning Chicken Canning chicken makes me think of hot casseroles, simmering soups, and steaming fajitas, all with bits of chicken that have been lovingly preserved for family. When you start canning chicken, youll never buy the store-bought stuff again - home canned chicken is just so good! It provides the convenience of being able to just pop open a jar for a quick and tasty lunch. And better yet, home canned chicken is so much healthier for you.