12 pitted kalamata olives, divided 3 tbsp fresh bread crumbs 3 tbsp minced oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes 1 tbsp minced lemon zest 2 cloves garlic 1 tsp dried oregano 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (6 oz each), trimmed of fat 2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup diced onion 1/4 cup dry white wine 1 […]
Category: Poultry
Chicken Breast with Mushrooms and Wine
4-6 halves of boneless skinless chicken breasts, trimmed of extraneous fat and connective tissue, tenders removed, and pounded to about equal thickness Extra Virgin olive oil Butter – 3-4 tablespoons depending on amount of chicken Flour – 1/4 to 1/2 cup Mushrooms – I usually use a mix of crimini and available fresh wild mushrooms. […]
Best Way Brined Air-Chilled Turkey
Serves 6-8, with leftovers Several years ago, we roasted nearly 40 turkeys in our test kitchen and found a brined turkey to be the best. In retesting the recipe the last two years, we found it works best when paired with an air-chilled method. Air chilling may take up some space in the refrigerator, and […]
Country Herb Roasted Chicken
2 1/2 to 3-pound chicken, cut into serving pieces 1 envelope Savory Herb with Garlic Soup Mix 2 Tbsp water 1 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In 13 x 9-inch baking pan, arrange chicken. In small bowl, combine remaining ingredients; brush on chicken. Bake 45 minutes or until chicken is […]
While chicken breast may not have a great deal deal of personality, they certainly are convenient, versatile and easy to cook. This recipe calls for them to be topped with a savory sweet pepper and tomato mixture. This recipe is from “New Home Cooking,” by Florence Fabricant. 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil juice of […]
Chicken Saute with Artichokes and Vinegar
1 9-ounce box of frozen artichoke hearts, thawed 2 Tbsp olive oil, plus more if needed 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 pound mushrooms, quartered 2/3 cup chicken broth 1/2 cup white wine vinegar 1 Tbsp chopped fresh tarragon, or 1/2 tsp dried tarragon 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 […]
Chile-Mayonnaise
1 cup mayonnaise, homemade or purchased 2 Tbsp ketchup 1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/2 tsp salt 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 2 tsp cayenne or other red chile such as poblano, freshly ground if possible Combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, lemon juice, salt, Worcestershire sauce and cayenne in a bowl. taste and adjust the seasonings. […]
Chicken Breast in Poblano Sauce Au Gratin
3 whole chicken breast, about 12 ounces each salt and freshly ground pepper 1 large poblano chili 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup butter 1 Tbsp all purpose (plain) flour 1 cup thick cream (creme fraiche) 6 Tbsp grated Cheddar cheese Remove the bones and skin and cut each chicken breast in half. Flatten each half […]
Spicy Tahini Chicken Salad
1/4 cup chopped onion 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tsp sesame oil 2 Tbsp chopped lemon grass 1 tsp Oriental chili paste 2 tsp soy sauce 2 tsp freshly grated ginger 1/2 tsp each ground cumin and coriander 1/4 cup tahini 1 cup yogurt 4 boned chicken breast Saute onion and garlic in sesame oil […]
Grilled Chicken Breast in Caesar Marinade
2 boneless and skinless chicken breast, weighing 3/4 pound each 1 large garlic clove, split salt and pepper to taste 2/3 cup Caesar dressing Cut the chicken breast in half and trim off cartilage and fat. Pound each half to an even 1/2-inch thickness. Rub the chicken on all sides with garlic and season with […]
Poached Chicken with Sauce Paloise
4 split chicken breast 1 cup white wine 1/3 cup white wine vinegar 2 chopped shallots 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves 3 egg yolks 1/2 pound melted butter Poach chicken breast in white wine mixed with white wine vinegar and shallots. When firm, removed the breasts and keep warm. Reduce the liquid to 5 […]
Chicken Baked in Foil with Clams
4 chicken breast olive oil lemon juice 1 tsp dill weed salt and pepper 8 little neck clams Rub chicken breast with a little olive oil and lemon juice. Place each in the center of 18-inch square of foil. Season each with dill weed, salt and pepper and surround with clams. Wrap the foil around […]
Broiled Chicken Breast with Sage Butter
2 tsp sage 1/4 cup chicken stock 2 Tbsp butter 4 boned chicken breast Simmer rubbed sage in chicken stock until almost all the liquid has evaporated. Remove from heat and swirl in butter. Season with pepper and strain. Pound chicken breast until 1/4-inch thick. Brush with the sage butter and broil 4-inches from a […]
2 large seeded, stemmed tomatoes 1/2 red onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill 1 minced garlic clove 4 Tbsp olive oil 3 Tbsp vinegar salt and pepper to taste 4 boned chicken breasts Chop tomatoes. Combine with onion, dill, garlic clove, olive oil, vinegar and salt and pepper to taste. Pound chicken breast […]
Broiled Ranch-Style Chicken Breast
4 boned chicken breast 1 cup Ranch dressing Pound chicken breast until they are an even thickness of about 1/4 inch. Marinate in Ranch dressing for 1 hour. Lift from the marinade and broil 4 inches from a high flame until browned and firm, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
10 oil-cured sun dried tomato with 1/2 cup of their oil 1 bunch basil leaves, finely chopped 1 tsp minced garlic 2 Tbsp freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1 Tbsp virgin olive oil salt and pepper to taste 4 boned chicken breast Puree sun dried tomatoes with their oil. Combine with basil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, olive […]
Chicken Tagine with Fruits and Olives
10 chicken thighs with bone and skin salt and black pepper 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 Tbsp minced garlic 1 tsp smoked paprika, the hotter the better 1 tsp ground cumin 18 pitted prunes 36 pitted picholine or other green olives 1 cup chicken stock 1 tbsp unsalted butter 1 lemon, zest removed in […]
Poulet a L’Estragon
4 boned chicken breast halves, 8 – 9 oz each 1 Tbsp unsalted butter 1 Tbsp vegetable oil 3 Tbsp chopped shallot 1 Tbsp chopped fresh tarragon 1/2 cup heavy cream salt, freshly ground pepper chopped fresh parsley fresh lemon juice, optional Skin and trim excess fat from the chicken breast. Rinse and pat dry […]
Coq Au Vin with Prunes
1 Tbsp olive oil 1 chicken, cut into serving pieces Salt and pepper 2 medium onions, chopped 1/2 cup salt pork or bacon, minced (optional) 1 Tbsp minced garlic 1 pound pitted prunes 2 cups Burgundy , Pinot Noir or other fruity red wine 2 Tbsp butter, optional minced parsley for garnish Put oil in […]
Poulet a la Moutarde
4 chicken breast halves, skin removed 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, divided 1 tsp olive oil fresh black pepper 1 1/4 cups chicken broth 1/2 cup minced onion 1 medium clove garlic 1 Tbsp + 1 tsp flour 1/4 tsp dried thyme 1 Tbsp plus 1 tsp lemon juice Spread the chicken breast with 1 Tbsp […]