Chicken a La Louisianne
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Description: There was a restaurant nestled in the vibrant streets of the French Quarter, on Rue Iberville, adorned with the name La Louisianne. Within its cozy confines, culinary magic unfolded, birthing delightful Creole creations. Among its cherished offerings was a signature dish — Chicken a La Louisianne. Crafted with care and tradition, this recipe captures the essence of Creole cuisine, a legacy dating back to the establishment’s inception in 1881. Notably, the prep time excludes the duration required for boiling chicken, ensuring a streamlined cooking experience.
Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
Keywords: Chicken, Poultry, Vegetable, Meat, Creole, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Chicken |
| 1 | Butter |
| 6 | Flour |
| 1 | Button Mushrooms |
| 1 | Ripe Olives |
| 12 | Dry Sherry |
| 12 | Salt |
| 1 | Cayenne Pepper |
| 1/4 | Parsley |
Aggregated Rating: 5
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 628.1
- Fat Content: 45.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 17.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 174.6mg
- Sodium Content: 618.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 5.1g
- Fiber Content: 0.6g
- Sugar Content: 0.9g
- Protein Content: 37.9g
Recipe Instructions:
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Brown chicken pieces in hot peanut oil and 4 tablespoons of butter until they acquire a golden hue, signifying their readiness to embark on a culinary journey of flavors.
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Once beautifully browned, tenderly transfer the cooked chicken onto a platter, nestling it into a warm 200-degree oven, ensuring its succulence and warmth until the final flourish.
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Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in a heavy pan, allowing its golden essence to infuse the air with anticipation and richness.
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With a gentle hand, introduce the flour slowly to the molten butter, guiding its transformation over a LOW heat, nurturing its journey for 5 minutes until it reaches a harmonious union, embracing the essence of culinary alchemy.
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With graceful precision, add the beef consommé, stirring with intention to achieve a creamy consistency, a testament to the artistry of Creole cuisine, where every movement is a dance of flavors.
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Embrace the symphony of aromas as you introduce the sliced mushrooms, olives, artichoke hearts, dry sherry, and the signature Creole spices, infusing the pan with a medley of textures and tastes that pay homage to the rich culinary heritage of Louisiana.
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Season with salt and cayenne pepper, invoking the spirit of Creole tradition, where spice is not merely a seasoning but a celebration of flavor.
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Let the ingredients intertwine in a culinary embrace, allowing them to simmer and mingle, each contributing its essence to the symphony of flavors.
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With reverence, remove the platter from the warmth of the oven, a sanctuary where flavors meld and textures harmonize, and pour the velvety sauce mixture over the waiting chicken, a cascade of indulgence that promises culinary delight.
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As a final touch, adorn the plate with slices of vibrant orange, a nod to the sun-kissed flavors of the region, and sprinkle with fresh parsley, a verdant flourish that heralds the completion of a culinary masterpiece.
In every bite of Chicken a La Louisianne, savor the heritage and tradition of La Louisianne, where each flavor tells a story, and every dish is a tribute to the rich tapestry of Creole cuisine.
