Chicken or Duck Rouladen with Morel Sauce
Overview:
Indulge in the decadent flavors of “Duck Rouladen with Morel Sauce,” a culinary masterpiece inspired by a luxurious dining experience in Albuquerque. This recipe captures the essence of upscale dining, delivering a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. While traditionally made with Duck Breasts, this dish can also be prepared using Chicken Breasts for a delightful variation.
- Cook Time: 54 minutes
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 19 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Calories: 662 per serving
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cup | Water |
| 1/4 cup | Sugar |
| 1/4 cup | Red wine vinegar |
| 1 | Tablespoon butter |
| 3 | Dried morel mushrooms |
| 1 | Shallot |
| 1 | Garlic clove |
| 1/8 tsp | Allspice |
| 1/8 tsp | Dried chives |
| 1/3 cup | Dry red wine |
| 3 cups | Chicken broth |
| 2 | Red Swiss chard leaves |
| 2 | Boneless skinless chicken breasts |
| 1 | Sautéed black trumpet mushroom (optional) |
| 1 | Sautéed morel mushroom mix (optional) |
| 1/8 tsp | Dried parsley flakes |
| To taste | Salt and pepper |
| Lemon juice (optional) |
Instructions:
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Prepare Caramel Sauce:
- In a small heavy saucepot, boil water with sugar until it forms a golden caramel.
- Remove the pot from heat and carefully add red wine vinegar along the side of the pan.
- Stir the mixture over moderate heat until the caramel is fully dissolved, approximately 3 minutes. Set aside.
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Sauté Morel Mushrooms:
- In a heavy saucepan, sauté the dried morel mushrooms in butter over moderate heat until the liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer the mushrooms to a bowl and reserve.
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Prepare Morel Sauce:
- Add shallots and garlic to the saucepan and cook until golden.
- Stir in the dry red wine and boil until reduced to about 1 cup, approximately 15 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and the reserved morel soaking liquid, then reduce to about 1 1/4 cups, approximately 15 minutes.
- Remove the pan from heat and stir in the caramel mixture, dried chives, and dried parsley.
- Add the reserved sautéed morel mushrooms to the sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Optionally, add additional balsamic vinegar and lemon juice to taste.
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Prepare Chicken or Duck Rouladen:
- Wilt the red Swiss chard leaves and set aside.
- Season the flattened chicken or duck breasts with salt, pepper, and a touch of allspice.
- Place each breast onto a leaf of red Swiss chard.
- Optionally, place a sautéed black trumpet mushroom in the middle of each breast, followed by the sautéed morel mushroom mix.
- Roll up the breasts and wrap each in plastic wrap, tying both ends to secure.
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Cook Rouladen:
- Cook the wrapped rouladen in boiling water for 16 minutes for a medium-rare doneness.
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Serve:
- Remove the cooked rouladen from the water and serve topped with the luxurious morel sauce.
Tips:
- For an authentic experience, use duck breasts instead of chicken breasts, although both options yield delicious results.
- Duck breasts can be found in specialty gourmet stores, but chicken breasts are a more accessible and budget-friendly alternative.
- Experiment with different mushroom varieties for added depth of flavor.
- Adjust the seasoning and acidity of the sauce according to your taste preferences.
- Serve with your favorite side dishes for a complete gourmet meal experience.
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Chicken or Duck Rouladen with Morel Sauce, a dish that elevates any dining occasion to a truly memorable culinary experience. Whether you’re treating yourself or impressing guests, this recipe is sure to delight with its rich flavors and elegant presentation.
