Chicken and shrimp are two of the most versatile ingredients in the kitchen, and they can be cooked in endless ways. Whether you're grilling, roasting, frying, or sautéing, there's a perfect recipe out there for you. But before you start cooking, you need to marinate your chicken and shrimp to infuse them with flavor and make them extra tender. A well-crafted marinade can make all the difference in the final dish, so it's important to choose one that complements the flavors of your chicken and shrimp.
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CHICKEN AND SHRIMP
Elegant, easy and delicious.
Provided by MOLSON7
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Saute mushrooms until golden; remove from skillet with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Add another 2 tablespoons oil to skillet. Saute onion, garlic and shrimp until opaque. Remove from skillet and add to mushrooms.
- In a shallow dish or bowl mix 2 tablespoons flour with 3/4 teaspoon salt. Dredge chicken in flour to coat. Add 1 tablespoon oil to skillet and saute chicken in oil for 3 to 5 minutes or until no longer pink. Add chicken to mushroom/shrimp mixture.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in skillet and stir in 1 tablespoon flour. Cook about 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until brown. Stir in wine, 1/2 teaspoon salt and water. Boil for 1 minute.
- Reduce heat to medium low and return shrimp and chicken mixture to skillet. Simmer for about 10 minutes, season with pepper and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 143.2 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 40.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 651 mg, Sugar 1 g
LIME CUMIN MARINADE FOR CHICKEN OR SHRIMP
Make and share this Lime Cumin Marinade for Chicken or Shrimp recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Just Call Me Martha
Categories Mexican
Time 10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients together well in small bowl.
- Adjust seasoning if desired.
- Place chicken or shrimp in ziplock bag and pour in marinade.
- For shrimp- marinate no longer than 1 hour.
- For chicken- marinate no longer than 4 hours.
- (The reason for the shortened marinating time is that the lime starts to"cook" the meat or seafood.) Grill!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.3, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 73.6, Carbohydrate 1.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.3, Protein 0.1
AWESOME MARINADE FOR SHRIMP CHICKEN OR BEEF
In our opinion this is best on shrimp, second for chicken. A friend of mine got this from a cancer awareness book and it's become a big time hit in our family. Some people save part of it and use it over rice as well. It's VERY good.
Provided by CandyTX
Categories Low Protein
Time 10m
Yield 1 batch
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Whisk all ingredients together.
- Use as a marinade - best to let it set for 4-8 hours. Will work for about 2 pounds of your chosen meat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1201.6, Fat 82.4, SaturatedFat 11.3, Sodium 1716.4, Carbohydrate 119.4, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 108.9, Protein 2.6
REVERSE MARINADE, HOT AND SWEET PEPPER CHICKEN AND SHRIMP
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Time 26m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put the peppers under the broiler to blacken evenly all over; leave the oven door slightly ajar to allow steam to escape. (Alternatively char the peppers over an open flame on the stovetop.) Put the peppers in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Cool the peppers in order to handle, peel and seed.
- Preheat a grill pan or griddle pan over medium-high heat.
- Meanwhile, season the chicken with salt and pepper and dried herbs, and coat with a little extra-virgin olive oil. Season the shrimp with the seafood seasoning and toss with a little oil as well.
- Coarse chop and put the red sweet peppers in a food processor with the vinegar, chilies, garlic and about 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil and puree into a sauce.
- Grill the chicken 6 minutes on each side. Grill shrimp 3 minutes on each side. Toss the chicken and shrimp with the marinade and serve hot or cold or at room temperature.
CHICKEN AND SHRIMP SATAY
I lightened up a recipe that I found in a cookbook, and these grilled kabobs were the tasty result. The scrumptious peanut butter dipping sauce is always a hit. -Hannah Barringer of Loudon, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- On 12 metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread shrimp and chicken. Place in a large shallow dish; set aside. , In a small skillet, saute green onions in butter until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the parsley, wine , lemon juice and lime juice. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. Pour over skewers and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours, turning occasionally., In a small saucepan, saute onion in butter. Add the remaining sauce ingredients; cook and stir until blended. Remove from the heat; set aside., Drain and discard marinade. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Prepare grill for indirect heat. Grill skewers, covered, covered, over indirect medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 7 to 8 minutes, turning often. Brush with 1/4 cup sauce during the last minute of grilling. Serve with remaining sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 339mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHICKEN AND SHRIMP WITH LEMON CREAM SAUCE
My kids love this creamy pasta. Whenever I make it, I know that they will happily clean their plates. -Joe Milholland, Smelterville, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook fettuccine according to package directions, adding asparagus during the last 3 minutes. , Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with garlic salt. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook until chicken is no longer pink, 8-10 minutes., Stir in shrimp and cream; cook, covered, until shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Drain fettuccine and return to pan. Add sauce; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 443 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 133mg cholesterol, Sodium 472mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein.
GRILLED CHICKEN AND SHRIMP KEBABS WITH LEMON AND GARLIC
Provided by Diane Rossen Worthington
Categories Chicken Garlic Leafy Green Shellfish Appetizer Marinate Backyard BBQ Lemon Seafood Shrimp Summer Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Thread 4 shrimp on each of 6 metal skewers; place on rimmed baking sheet. Loosely thread 2 chicken tenders on each of 6 metal skewers; place on another rimmed baking sheet. Whisk lemon juice, lemon peel, and garlic in medium bowl; slowly whisk in oil. Season marinade with salt and pepper. Pour marinade over skewers, dividing equally.
- Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Arrange lettuces on large platter. Grill chicken until cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Grill shrimp until pink on outside and opaque in center, about 4 minutes per side. Remove kebabs from grill; place atop lettuce. Serve with Tomato-Avocado Salsa and Chipotle Aioli .
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the marinade will be. Look for plump, juicy shrimp and chicken breasts without any signs of spoilage.
- Use a variety of flavorful ingredients: Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs, spices, and citrus fruits to create a marinade that's unique and delicious. Some popular options include garlic, ginger, soy sauce, honey, and lemon juice.
- Let the chicken and shrimp marinate for at least 30 minutes: The longer the chicken and shrimp marinate, the more flavor they will absorb. If you're short on time, you can marinate them for as little as 15 minutes, but the longer you marinate them, the better.
- Cook the chicken and shrimp over medium heat: This will help to prevent them from drying out. If you're grilling the chicken and shrimp, cook them over indirect heat to avoid flare-ups.
- Serve the chicken and shrimp immediately: Once they're cooked, serve the chicken and shrimp immediately with your favorite sides. Some popular options include rice, pasta, salad, and vegetables.
Conclusion:
Chicken and shrimp are two versatile ingredients that can be marinated in a variety of ways. By following the tips above, you can create a marinade that will make your chicken and shrimp taste delicious. Whether you're grilling, baking, or frying your chicken and shrimp, a good marinade will help to keep them moist and flavorful. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to add flavor to your chicken and shrimp, try using a marinade.
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