Best 5 Chesapeake Grilled Chicken Recipes

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The Chesapeake Bay region has a rich culinary history, and Chesapeake grilled chicken is one of its most iconic dishes. This flavorful dish combines the tangy flavors of Old Bay seasoning with the smoky richness of grilled chicken, creating a taste experience that is both unique and unforgettable. Whether you're a local or a visitor, there's no better way to enjoy the flavors of the Chesapeake Bay than with a perfectly grilled chicken dinner.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN CHESAPEAKE



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This traditional Eastern Shore favorite features creamy crab stuffing baked inside tender and flavorful chicken. This simple recipe is packed full of taste, easy to prepare and ready to serve in under 30 minutes!

Provided by https://www.phillipsfoods.com

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 chicken breasts
1/2 lb Phillips Lump Crab Meat
1/2 lb Phillips Jumbo Lump Crab Meat
1/4 cup parsley (chopped)
3/4 cup Ritz crackers (crushed)
1 large egg
3/4 tsp worcestershire sauce
3/4 tsp lemon juice
3/4 tsp Phillips Seafood Seasoning
3/4 tsp dijon mustard
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp pimentos (chopped, if desired)
flour seasoned with Phillips Seafood Seasoning
melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Combine the egg, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, seafood seasoning, Dijon mustard, and mayonnaise in a bowl.
  • Place the crab meat, parsley, and Ritz crackers into a separate bowl. Mix very lightly to combine.
  • Add the wet ingredients to the crab mixture and combine lightly.
  • Carefully use a knife to make a "pocket" in each chicken breast for the crab stuffing. Portion a mound of crab filling in the middle of each pocket and fold over to close.
  • If desired, add stuffed breasts to preheated grill pan to mark exterior before baking.
  • Place stuffed breasts into a casserole dish or deep baking pan.
  • Season to your liking with seasoned flour and pour melted butter over top of each chicken breast.
  • Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°.

CHESAPEAKE CHICKEN



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I love Old Bay Seasoning and was looking for new ways to use it. I had several "coastal creations" as I call them and this one is one that people enjoy the most out of them. And by the way, your house is going to smell like a seaside seafood restaurant while this is cooking!

Provided by emtpixie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 lbs whole chickens or 4 lbs chicken pieces (Breasts work well too.)
8 -12 yellow potatoes or 8 -12 red potatoes
2 large yellow onions or 2 large vidalia onions
8 -12 stalks celery
8 -12 carrots
1/4 cup Old Bay Seasoning, to taste
1 cup white wine

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Remove skin from chicken if necessary and clean chicken well.
  • Scrub potatoes very well being careful not to rip the thin skins on red potatoes if using, if using white or yellow potatoes only peel them if the skins are tough or hopelessly dirty.
  • Quarter large potatoes and halve medium to small potatoes.
  • Peel and quarter onions.
  • Scrub celery and remove ends, cut long celery ribs in half.
  • Scrub carrots and remove ends, cut thick carrots in half.
  • In a large roasting pan arrange chicken pieces in a single layer if using pieces or place whole chicken in center of pan.
  • Place potatoes, onions, celery, and carrots randomly around edges of pan beside chicken.
  • Pour white wine over chicken and vegetables making sure to pour wine over entire contents of pan.
  • Sprinkle Old Bay Seasoning over chicken, use less for a milder spice, and more for a spicier flavor.
  • Put lid on roaster or cover with aluminum foil.
  • Place pan in oven and bake on 350 degrees 1 hour and thirty minutes.
  • Remove from oven and check for doneness.
  • Stick thickest pieces of chicken or thickest part of breast on whole chicken, if juices run clear the chicken is done, if juices are pink or red return pan to oven and continue to bake at 350 degrees for 30 more minutes.
  • Remove pan from oven and check chicken for doneness again, if still not done repeat process until juices run clear.

EASY CHICKEN CHESAPEAKE



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
Old Bay Seasoning
16 oz backfin crab meat
1 container (10 oz.) Kraft Philadelphia Savory Garlic Cooking Cream
1 tsp lemon juice
1 cup Kraft Shredded Cheddar Cheese (divided into 3/4 and 1/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts on pan and season with Old Bay Seasoning to taste. Bake for 10 min at 400 degrees F.
  • While chicken is baking, mix crab meat and cooking cream in a large bowl. Add 1 Tbsp. Old Bay, lemon juice, and 3/4 cup cheese.
  • Remove chicken from oven after 10 min and top each chicken breast evenly with crab mix. Bake for another 10 min.
  • Top with remaining 1/4 cup cheese, and continue to bake until chicken is done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

CHESAPEAKE GREEK CHICKEN



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Here is one from my "Theo" in Maryland. It is great grilled but can be done in the oven too!

Provided by presvicki

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 -6 chicken breasts (bone-in or boneless- your choice)
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup olive oil
3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
1 tablespoon oregano, crushed (Greek Oregano preferred)
1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Mix lemon juice, oil, garlic, oregano, and Old Bay together until well blended. Place Chicken is a ziptop bag and pour marinade over it. Place in the fridge for at least 3 hours (overnight is best!). Before baking, salt and pepper the meat to taste. Grill Chicken until internal temp is 160 degrees F.
  • Great to serve over a Greek Salad (lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, green peppers, feta cheese and olives with Greek Dressing).
  • Kali Orexi! Good Appetite!

CHESAPEAKE GRILLED CHICKEN RECIPE



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Provided by á-170456

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 chicken parts (legs and thighs work well)
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup cider vinegar
3 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
1 teaspoon celery salt

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients in a bowl. Place in refrigerator for at least 3 hours, turning meat occasionally to marinate evenly. Grill chicken until done using meat thermometer, basting occasionally with marinade. This recipe yields 4 servings.

Tips:

  • Use a sweet and tangy marinade: The combination of soy sauce, honey, and brown sugar in the marinade gives the chicken a delicious flavor.
  • Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to penetrate the chicken and make it more flavorful.
  • Grill the chicken over medium heat: This will help prevent the chicken from drying out.
  • Baste the chicken with the marinade while it is grilling: This will help keep the chicken moist and flavorful.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides: Grilled chicken is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, potatoes, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Chesapeake grilled chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The sweet and tangy marinade gives the chicken a fantastic flavor, and the grilling process helps to keep it moist and juicy. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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