BUFFALO BBQ PULLED CHICKEN WITH BLUE CHEESE CORNBREAD TOPPER

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Buffalo BBQ Pulled Chicken with Blue Cheese Cornbread Topper image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 1h55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 to 4 small ribs celery, chopped
2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped or grated
1 Fresno or Holland chile pepper, seeded and finely chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh thyme
1 (12-ounce) bottle lager beer or 1 1/2 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 (14-ounce) can tomato sauce
1/4 to 1/3 cup hot sauce, depending on desired heat level (medium to spicy)
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
4 pieces poached chicken breast, meat pulled or chopped
2 (8.5-ounce) boxes corn muffin mix, made to package directions (recommended: Jiffy)
1 cup crumbled blue cheese
4 scallions, whites and greens, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Heat a large ovenproof skillet with 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan, over medium-high heat. Add the celery, carrots, onions, garlic, chile pepper, salt, pepper, and thyme and saute to soften the vegetables, 10 to12 minutes, then deglaze the pan with the beer or stock.
  • Stir together the brown sugar, tomato sauce, hot sauce, Worcestershire, and vinegar in a bowl and pour into the skillet and stir to combine. Mix in the chicken pieces, using tongs and cool and store for make-ahead meal.
  • Reheat over medium heat just to warm up while you mix together the cornbread topper or, to serve immediately, keep warm on low while you mix the cornbread batter, then transfer to oven and bake until top is deep golden brown.
  • Cook's Note: The filling may be transferred to a casserole if your skillet cannot transfer to the oven.
  • For the topping: Follow package directions for cornbread batter, then stir in the blue cheese and scallions, pour over the chicken filling in an even layer and bake to golden brown and firm to the touch, about 12 to 15 minutes.

Kamala Thapa
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Overall, this recipe was a success. The chicken was moist and tender, and the buffalo BBQ sauce was flavorful. The blue cheese cornbread topper was a nice addition, but it was a bit dry. I would recommend using a different type of bread or adding a s


Madhu Rijal
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The pulled chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender and the buffalo BBQ sauce was perfect. The blue cheese cornbread topper was a nice touch, but I think it would have been better with


Darryl Reeves
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This recipe was a hit at my last party! I made a double batch and it was all gone in no time. The pulled chicken was juicy and tender, and the buffalo BBQ sauce had just the right amount of kick. The blue cheese cornbread topper was a nice touch and


Khanyisani Mbhele
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The buffalo BBQ sauce is delicious and the blue cheese cornbread topper is a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy meal.


Nurislmar Burislmar
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This recipe is a great way to impress your friends and family. The chicken is moist and tender, and the buffalo BBQ sauce is delicious. The blue cheese cornbread topper is a great addition and adds a bit of extra flavor. I would definitely recommend


Xavier Mulryan
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the buffalo BBQ sauce was the perfect amount of spicy. The blue cheese cornbread topper was a great addition and added a bit of creaminess to the dish. I wo


Raffat khan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The buffalo BBQ sauce is delicious and the blue cheese cornbread topper is a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy meal.


prince lino
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The chicken is always moist and tender, and the buffalo BBQ sauce is delicious. The blue cheese cornbread topper is a great addition and adds a bit of extra flavor. I would definitely rec


Zeeshan Danish
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the buffalo BBQ sauce was the perfect balance of heat and tang. The blue cheese cornbread topper was a great addition and added a creamy, cheesy


Avel RoblesMorales
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Overall, this recipe was a success. The chicken was moist and tender, and the buffalo BBQ sauce was flavorful. The blue cheese cornbread topper was a nice addition, but it was a bit dry. I would recommend using a different type of bread or adding a s


Dedarul islam
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The pulled chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender and the buffalo BBQ sauce was perfect. The blue cheese cornbread topper was a nice touch, but I think it would have been better with


Shahzaib Bajwa
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the flavor of the chicken and the blue cheese cornbread topper. I'm definitely going to be making this again for my next party.


Joy Bhuiyan
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. He said it was the best pulled chicken he's ever had. The blue cheese cornbread topper was a nice touch, but I think it would have been better with a milder sauce.


Dickens Namajagali
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I'm not a big fan of buffalo sauce, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm glad I did! The chicken was incredibly tender and flavorful, and the blue cheese cornbread topper was a great addition. I'll definitely be making this again, but


Kellie Morris
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This dish was a hit at my last party! I made a double batch and it was all gone in no time. The pulled chicken was juicy and tender, and the buffalo BBQ sauce had just the right amount of kick. The blue cheese cornbread topper was a nice touch and ad


Luna Marta
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I've tried many pulled chicken recipes, but this one takes the cake. The buffalo BBQ sauce is incredible, and the blue cheese cornbread topper is pure genius. It's a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth every minute.


Alia Tanveer
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This recipe is a total winner! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the buffalo BBQ sauce was the perfect blend of heat and tang. The blue cheese cornbread topper was a delightful surprise and added a creamy, cheesy goodness to the dish. Definite