DIXIE CHICKEN SHORTCAKE

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The perfect combination of Southern cuisine...stewed chicken in a silky sauce ladled generously over cornbread. From the Southern chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. Cooking time for the chicken not included in preparation time.

Provided by Molly53

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large whole chicken, cooked
2 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons flour
1 lb mushroom, sliced
2 tablespoons butter
salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg, beaten
1 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Make the cornbread:.
  • Preheat oven to 450F and grease an 8" square pan.
  • Sift dry ingredients together.
  • Mix egg and buttermilk together and add to dry ingredients.
  • Add melted butter and pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake for approximately 18 minutes.
  • Remove skin and bones from cooked chicken.
  • Cut meat into small pieces.
  • Make a sauce using chicken stock and flour; add chicken.
  • Saute mushrooms in butter, season and add to chicken and sauce mixture; heat thoroughly.
  • Cut cornbread into 8 squares; split squares.
  • Place lower half of cornbread on a plate; cover with some of the chicken mixture.
  • Replace the top half and cover with more of the chicken mixture.
  • Serve immediately.

IMTIAZ ISSA
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's sure to impress your guests.


Hobbit Life
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I loved this dish. The shortcakes were the perfect complement to the chicken.


Ameina Khan
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The results are amazing!


ABDULLAH FATHER MUGHAL
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I wasn't sure about the combination of chicken and shortcakes, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's a delicious and unique dish.


Nvjhd Bvmv
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out a little dry. I think I'll try cooking it for a shorter amount of time next time.


Amishe Praise Dauda
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I love that this dish can be made with simple ingredients that I always have on hand.


Raza technical
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great weeknight meal.


Selam Dereje
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This is my new favorite chicken recipe. It's so easy to make and the results are amazing.


Sufian Gaming
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about it.


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My family loved this dish! The chicken was tender and juicy. The shortcakes were perfect.