Best 4 Opulent Chicken Recipes
Are you looking for a recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling like royalty? Look no further than opulent chicken! This dish is fit for a king or queen, with its rich, flavorful sauce and tender, juicy chicken. It's perfect for a special occasion or a night when you want to treat yourself to something truly special.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
"OPULENT" CHICKEN
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Pat chicken dry and season both sides with paprika and salt and pepper. In a 10- to 12-inch heavy skillet heat 2 tablespoons butter over moderate heat until foam subsides and cook chicken, until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side. With tongs transfer chicken to a 2 1/2- to 3-quart shallow baking dish or casserole. In a colander rinse artichoke hearts and drain on paper towels. Scatter artichoke hearts around chicken.
- Slice mushrooms. Wipe out skillet and in it heat remaining 4 tablespoons butter over moderate heat until foam subsides. Add mushrooms, tarragon, and salt and pepper to taste and cook, stirring, until liquid given off by mushrooms is evaporated. Add flour and cook over moderately low heat, stirring, 3 minutes. Add Sherry or Marsala and broth and bring to a boil, stirring. Simmer sauce, stirring, 5 minutes and pour over chicken.
- Cover baking dish or casserole with foil or a lid and bake mixture in middle of oven 40 to 45 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
OPULENT CHICKEN
Make and share this Opulent Chicken recipe from Food.com.
Provided by melflo
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 2h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Clean and skin breast and place in bottom of 9X13 dish.
- cover completely with sliced cheese.
- Mix together soup, sour cream and lemon juice.
- Pour over top of chicken covering completely.
- Mix cracker crumbs with butter and sprinkle over the top of sauce.
- (Crumbs should cover sauce completely).
- Bake at 275 for 2 1/2 hours uncovered.
- (You may want to put a drip pan underneath depending on how full the dish is).
MITCHELL'S OPULENT CHICKEN RECIPE
Provided by á-2099
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Coat chicken with paprika, salt and pepper. Saute chicken in butter until brown. Transfer to casserole. Saute' sliced mushrooms and cut-up artichoke hearts in butter for about 5 minutes. Add more butter if needed. Add the tarragon. Sprinkle with flour and stir in sherry and bouillion and stir like mad. Simmer for five minuts or until gravy is smooth. Cover casserole and bake for 45 minutes.
CHICKEN OPULENT
This is from the "Mammoth Really Cooks Book II"
Provided by Lynnda Cloutier
Categories Chicken
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Season chicken with salt, pepper and paprika. Saute in butter. Put chicken in a casserole dish. Put artichoke hearts in skillet and saute with mushrooms and tarragon for 5 minutes.
- 2. Spoon artichoke heart mixture over chicken in casserole. Sprinkle flour over leftover juices in skillet; add sherry and chicken broth and stir and simmer for 5 minutes. Pour this sauce over casserole;
- 3. Cover and bake at 350 to 375 for 45 minutes. This may be done ahead of time and reheated. Serves 4
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and prevent any mishaps.
- Choose the right chicken: For the best results, use a whole chicken that is about 3-4 pounds. You can also use chicken breasts or thighs, but the cooking time may need to be adjusted.
- Season the chicken generously: Don't be afraid to use plenty of salt and pepper, as well as other herbs and spices. This will help the chicken develop a delicious flavor.
- Cook the chicken to the right temperature: The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit when cooked. You can use a meat thermometer to check the temperature.
- Let the chicken rest before carving: After the chicken is cooked, let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat, making it more tender and flavorful.
Conclusion:
Chicken is a versatile and delicious ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. With these recipes, you can create everything from classic roast chicken to flavorful chicken curries and stews. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, reach for some chicken and get creative!
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