Best 3 Chicken And Sausage Maque Choux Recipes

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Chicken and sausage maque choux is a hearty and flavorful dish that is made with chicken, sausage, corn, and bell peppers. The dish is often seasoned with Cajun spices, garlic, and onion. It is a popular dish in Louisiana and can be served as an entree or a side dish. The preparation of chicken and sausage maque choux is not difficult, but it does require some time to cook properly. The result is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter day.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE MAQUE CHOUX



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Onion     Pork     Poultry     Tomato     Vegetable     Sauté     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Lunch     Meat     Sausage     Corn     Bell Pepper     Fall     Potluck     Simmer     Gourmet     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Small Plates

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 ears corn
3 pounds chicken thighs with skin, excess fat trimmed
1 tablespoon oil
1/2 pound hot Italian sausage links, cut into 1/2-inch slices
3 medium onions, chopped
1 orange or red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 large celery rib, sliced
2 fresh thyme sprigs
1/2 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste
3/4 pound cherry tomatoes (1 1/2 pints), halved
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Accompaniment: crusty bread

Steps:

  • Cut kernels off cobs and, working over a large bowl, scrape cobs with knife to extract all juices. Discard cobs. Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a heavy 8-qt. pot over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then brown sausage, transferring to a plate. Brown chicken in batches, transferring to another plate.
  • Pour off all but 1 tablespoon fat from pot, then sauté onions, bell peppers, celery, thyme, cayenne, and salt to taste over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, 4 minutes. Add corn with juices and cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and sausage.
  • Nestle chicken into mixture and simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through, about 40 minutes. If the maque choux is soupier than you like, simmer uncovered until juices are reduced. Stir in basil and season with salt and pepper.

SHRIMP MACQUE CHOUX



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Shrimp, salt pork, and andouille sausage are sauteed with corn and bell peppers in a Jalapeno cream sauce; then tossed with penne pasta over individual pizza breads, and topped with crispy fried tortilla strips. Time-consuming, but well worth the effort, as your family or guests will admit. If you can find tasso, use it instead of salt pork.

Provided by Donna Flanders

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Shrimp

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 31

8 mini baked pizza crusts
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
garlic salt to taste
1 cup oil for frying
8 (6 inch) corn tortillas, cut into strips
2 cups whipping cream
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1 tablespoon liquid from the jar of jalapeno peppers
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon flour
2 tablespoons diced jalapeno peppers
4 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ pound salt pork*, julienned
6 tablespoons butter
1 cup chopped onions
½ cup diced celery
½ cup diced green bell pepper
½ cup diced red bell pepper
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
1 (20 ounce) package frozen corn
½ pound andouille sausage, sliced
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup minced fresh parsley
Creole seasoning to taste
2 pounds medium shrimp - peeled and deveined
4 cups cooked penne pasta

Steps:

  • Set oven to broil. Brush individual pizza crusts with melted butter, and sprinkle with chopped parsley and garlic salt. Place on a baking sheet and broil until sizzling. Remove, and set aside.
  • Heat 1 cup oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. In batches, place tortilla strips in hot oil, and cook until crisp. Remove to paper towels, and discard oil.
  • Add whipping cream to a saucepan, and whisk over high heat. When the cream begins to boil, whisk in sour cream. Reduce to medium heat. Stir in chicken bouillon and jalapeno juice, and simmer.
  • In a separate saucepan, warm 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour; continue whisking until the mixture is a pale golden color. Then whisk flour mixture into cream mixture, whisking until well blended. Remove from heat, and stir in jalapenos and cheese. Set aside.
  • Warm 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Stir in salt pork, and brown on all sides. Remove salt pork to paper towels, and discard oil.
  • Warm 6 tablespoons butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Stir in onions, celery, green and red bell peppers, garlic, and thyme. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the corn, and cook about 5 minutes, stirring. Stir in andouille and salt pork. Season with salt, pepper, 1/4 cup parsley, and Creole seasoning; cook about 10 minutes. Add shrimp, and cook until pink, about 5 minutes. Drain the butter sauce off of the shrimp and meats, and reserve the sauce in a bowl or jar.
  • Stir the cream sauce into the shrimp and meat mixture. Stir in 3 cups of penne pasta. Reduce the heat to medium low, and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • To serve, place pizza bread in the bottom of individual bowls. Ladle a spoonful or two of the reserved butter sauce over the bread, then ladle over sauce. Add more pasta, if desired. Sprinkle with Creole seasoning, and top with crispy tortilla strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1559 calories, Carbohydrate 120.9 g, Cholesterol 358.4 mg, Fat 96.3 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 56 g, SaturatedFat 43.7 g, Sodium 2322.4 mg, Sugar 7 g

CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE MAQUE CHOUX



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Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 1h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 ears corn
3 pounds chicken thighs with skin, excess fat trimmed
1 tablespoon oil
½ pound hot Italian sausage links, cut into 1/2-inch slices
3 medium onions, chopped
1 orange or red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 large celery rib, sliced
2 sprigs fresh thyme
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
¾ pound cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
1 (1 1/2) pound Accompaniment: crusty bread

Steps:

  • Cut kernels off cobs and, working over a large bowl, scrape cobs with knife to extract all juices. Discard cobs. Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a heavy 8-qt. pot over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then brown sausage, transferring to a plate. Brown chicken in batches, transferring to another plate.
  • Pour off all but 1 tablespoon fat from pot, then saute onions, bell peppers, celery, thyme, cayenne, and salt to taste over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, 4 minutes. Add corn with juices and cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and sausage.
  • Nestle chicken into mixture and simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through, about 40 minutes. If the maque choux is soupier than you like, simmer uncovered until juices are reduced. Stir in basil and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 913.2 calories, Carbohydrate 94.1 g, Cholesterol 165.6 mg, Fat 34.8 g, Fiber 8.8 g, Protein 58.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 1199 mg, Sugar 13.7 g

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Chicken and Sausage: For the best flavor, use a combination of dark and light meat chicken, such as boneless, skinless chicken thighs and breasts. And for a smoky, savory flavor, opt for a fully cooked smoked sausage like kielbasa or andouille.
  • Don't Crowd the Pan: When searing the chicken and sausage, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will result in soggy, undercooked meat.
  • Cook the Vegetables Separately: To ensure that the vegetables retain their vibrant color and texture, cook them separately from the chicken and sausage. You can sauté them in a little butter or olive oil until they are tender-crisp.
  • Use a Flavorful Broth: For a richer, more flavorful maque choux, use a combination of chicken broth and vegetable broth. You can also add a bay leaf, a few cloves of garlic, and a sprig of thyme for extra flavor.
  • Let the Maque Choux Simmer: Once you've added all of the ingredients to the pot, let it simmer for at least 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.

Conclusion:

Chicken and Sausage Maque Choux is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual gathering. With its flavorful combination of chicken, sausage, vegetables, and spices, this dish is sure to be a hit. Serve it with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread for a complete meal.

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