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Dan Garris’ Chicken Marsala

Dan Garris’ Chicken Marsala

Portions:4
Preparation Time: 1 hour
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Equipment

  • Shallow baking dish
  • aluminum foil

Ingredients

  • 8 chicken breast halves or thighs
  • ½ cup seasoned bread crumbs
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • ½ cup water
  • ¼ cup melted margarine or butter
  • ⅓ cup Marsala wine or sherry

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a plastic bag, combine the seasoned bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder.
  • Add the chicken pieces to the bag one at a time and shake to coat them evenly with the bread crumb mixture.
  • Place the coated chicken pieces in a shallow baking dish.
  • Drizzle the oil and water over the chicken in the baking dish.
  • Sprinkle the remaining bread crumb mixture over the top of the chicken.
  • Drizzle the melted butter or margarine over the chicken.
  • Bake the chicken, uncovered, for 45 minutes at 350°F (175°C).
  • After 45 minutes, add the Marsala wine or sherry to the baking dish.
  • Cover the dish with aluminum foil and continue baking at 325°F (160°C) for an additional 15 minutes.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this flavorful chicken Marsala with a medium-bodied red wine like Merlot or a dry white wine like Chardonnay to complement its rich and savory taste.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 340 kcal | Carbohydrates: 10 g | Protein: 25 g | Fat: 20 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g
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Course Chicken / Main Dish
Cuisine American

Savory Chicken and Macaroni Delight

Savory Chicken and Macaroni Delight

Portions:4
Preparation Time: 40 minutes
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. chicken cubed
  • 1 lb. spiral macaroni
  • 1 package frozen chopped broccoli
  • 1 can mushroom pieces
  • 2 sticks margarine
  • Garlic powder to taste
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Cook the spiral macaroni according to the package instructions.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • Cook the frozen chopped broccoli according to the package instructions.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • In a frying pan, fry the chicken cubes until they are fully cooked.
  • In a large pot, combine the cooked macaroni, cooked broccoli, mushroom pieces, and melted margarine.
  • Season the mixture with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
  • Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this savory chicken and macaroni dish with a light-bodied white wine like Chardonnay or a fruity red wine like Merlot to complement its comforting flavors.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 480 kcal | Carbohydrates: 45 g | Protein: 25 g | Fat: 22 g | Fiber: 5 g | Sugar: 3 g
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Course Chicken / Main Dish / Pasta
Cuisine American

Flavorful Chicken Soft Tacos

Flavorful Chicken Soft Tacos

Portions:10
Cooking Time:30 minutes
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 10 medium flour tortillas
  • ¼ cup chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
  • 4 chicken breast fillets cut into 1/4 inch wide strips
  • 1 8 oz. can tomato sauce
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin

Fillings (Choose as Desired):

  • Shredded cheese
  • Chopped tomatoes
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Sliced pitted ripe olives
  • Taco sauce

Instructions

  • In a skillet, melt the butter or margarine over medium heat.
  • Quickly cook the chicken breast strips and chopped onion in the melted fat until the chicken is cooked through and the onion is tender.
  • Add the tomato sauce, garlic salt, salt, and ground cumin to the skillet.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer the mixture, covered, for 15-20 minutes.
  • To serve, place a portion of the hot meat mixture on each heated tortilla.
  • Top with desired fillings such as shredded cheese, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce, sliced pitted ripe olives, and taco sauce.
  • Roll up the tortillas burrito-style and serve.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair these flavorful chicken soft tacos with a crisp and refreshing white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or a light-bodied red wine like Pinot Noir to complement the spices and toppings.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 220 kcal | Carbohydrates: 21 g | Protein: 17 g | Fat: 7 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g
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Course Chicken / Main Dish / Taco’s
Cuisine American / Mexican

Classic Chicken and Stuffing Casserole

Classic Chicken and Stuffing Casserole

Portions:4
Preparation Time: 35 minutes
Total time 35 minutes
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Equipment

  • 8×8 inch pan
  • aluminum foil

Ingredients

  • ½ chicken cooked and broken into small pieces
  • 1 package Stove Top stuffing mix
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • ¾ can milk

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Prepare the stuffing mix according to the package instructions.
  • Place the pieces of chicken in the bottom of an 8×8 inch pan.
  • Top the chicken with the prepared stuffing.
  • In a bowl, mix the cream of chicken soup with the milk until slightly lumpy.
  • Pour the soup mixture over the chicken and stuffing in the pan.
  • Cover the pan with aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this classic chicken and stuffing casserole with a medium-bodied white wine like Chardonnay or a light red wine like Pinot Noir to complement its comforting flavors.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 380 kcal | Carbohydrates: 37 g | Protein: 20 g | Fat: 17 g | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 4 g
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Course Casserole / Chicken / Main Dish
Cuisine American

Classic Chicken Paprika

Classic Chicken Paprika

Portions:6
Preparation Time: 1 hour 28 minutes
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Equipment

  • heavy pot

Ingredients

  • 5 lb. chicken pieces
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons oil
  • 1 ½ cups finely chopped onion
  • 3-4 teaspoons sweet Hungarian paprika
  • 4 teaspoons chicken bouillon 4 cubes
  • 3-4 cups water enough to cover the chicken
  • 2 tablespoons flour mixed with 2 cups sour cream

Instructions

  • In a heavy pot, boil the butter, oil, onion, paprika, chicken bouillon, and water.
  • Add the chicken pieces to the pot and simmer covered until tender.
  • Remove the chicken from the pot, then bone and skin it.
  • Add the flour and sour cream mixture to the pot along with the chicken.
  • Do not bring to a boil again.
  • Serve the chicken paprika with cooked rice.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this classic chicken paprika with a medium-bodied red wine like Pinot Noir or a dry white wine like Chardonnay to complement its rich and savory flavors.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 680 kcal | Carbohydrates: 16 g | Protein: 45 g | Fat: 49 g | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 4 g
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Course Chicken / Main Dish
Cuisine European / Hungaria

Creamy Yogurt Chicken Paprika

Creamy Yogurt Chicken Paprika

Portions:6
Preparation Time: 1 hour
Total time 1 hour
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons margarine
  • 1 ⅓ cups thinly sliced onion
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 2 ½ to 3 lb. broiler-fryer chicken cut up
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup hot water
  • 1 chicken bouillon cube
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon cold water
  • 8 oz. carton plain yogurt

Instructions

  • In a skillet, sauté the onion in margarine until golden.
  • Blend in paprika.
  • Add the chicken and brown well on all sides.
  • Dissolve the bouillon cube in hot water, then add it to the skillet along with salt and pepper.
  • Cover and simmer for 35-45 minutes until the chicken is very tender.
  • Dissolve the cornstarch in cold water, then blend it into the yogurt.
  • Stir the yogurt mixture into the skillet and heat through.
  • Serve with Spaetzles, dumplings, or noodles.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this creamy yogurt chicken paprika with a light-bodied white wine like Riesling or Grüner Veltliner to complement its rich and savory flavors.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 320 kcal | Carbohydrates: 7 g | Protein: 30 g | Fat: 18 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 3 g
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Course Chicken / Main Dish
Cuisine European / Hungaria
Diets Gluten Free

Mustard Garlic Chicken Bites

Mustard Garlic Chicken Bites

Portions:4
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Total time 20 minutes
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Equipment

  • medium skillet

Ingredients

  • 2 whole chicken breasts skinned and boned
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon-style mustard
  • 1 garlic clove crushed, or garlic salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon minced parsley
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ¼ cup fine dry bread crumbs
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Cut the chicken breasts into 3/4 inch cubes.
  • In a medium skillet, melt the butter.
  • Stir in the mustard, garlic, parsley, and lemon juice.
  • Add the chicken to the skillet and sauté over medium heat for 5-10 minutes, turning the chicken constantly until cooked through.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, add the bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese to the skillet and coat the chicken evenly.
  • Spoon the chicken into a serving dish.
  • Serve warm as a main dish with rice or as an hors d’oeuvre.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair these mustard garlic chicken bites with a light-bodied white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or a crisp, dry sparkling wine to complement their savory flavors

Nutritional Information

Calories: 280 kcal | Carbohydrates: 8 g | Protein: 30 g | Fat: 14 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g
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Course Appetizer / Chicken / Main Dish

Tropical Marinated Chicken

Tropical Marinated Chicken

Portions:4
including marinating time 8 hours 30 minutes
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Equipment

  • Bowl for marinating

Ingredients

For Marinade:

  • 2 cans pineapple juice
  • 1 cup cooking sherry
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup sugar

For Serving:

  • Skinless boned chicken
  • Cooked rice

Instructions

  • In a bowl, combine the pineapple juice, cooking sherry, soy sauce, and sugar to make the marinade.
  • Place the skinless, boned chicken in the marinade, ensuring it is fully submerged.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • After marinating, cook the chicken over low coals for about 30 minutes or longer if using the oven.
  • Serve the cooked chicken over rice.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this tropical marinated chicken with a light and fruity white wine like a Riesling or a chilled glass of rosé to complement its sweet and savory flavors.
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Course Chicken / Fruit / Main Dish
Cuisine Fusion
Diets Gluten Free

Spicy Southwest Grilled Chicken Breasts

Spicy Southwest Grilled Chicken Breasts

Portions:4
Preparation Time: 1 hour
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • For Marinade:
  • ⅔ cup vegetable oil
  • ⅓ cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green chilies
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
  • 2 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts, halved
  • For Serving:
  • 8 slices Cheddar cheese
  • Salsa

Instructions

  • In a 9-inch baking pan, stir together all marinade ingredients.
  • Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, turning once to coat.
  • Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 45 minutes.
  • Prepare the grill for cooking.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and drain off excess marinade.
  • Grill the chicken for 7 minutes, then turn and continue grilling until fork-tender.
  • Top each piece of chicken with Cheddar cheese and continue grilling until the cheese melts.
  • Serve the grilled chicken breasts with salsa on the side.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair these spicy Southwest grilled chicken breasts with a light-bodied red wine like Sangiovese or a crisp and refreshing white wine like Sauvignon Blanc to balance the heat of the chilies and the richness of the cheese.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 440 kcal | Carbohydrates: 4 g | Protein: 35 g | Fat: 32 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g
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Course Chicken / Main Dish
Cuisine American
Diets Gluten Free / Low Carb

Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Bake

Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Bake

Portions:6
Preparation Time: 1 hour
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Equipment

  • 9×13 inch baking pan

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter or margarine
  • 2 cups cubed ripe tomatoes
  • ⅓ cup chopped onion
  • 6 oz. can tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon basil leaves
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic
  • 3 whole boneless chicken breasts skinned, cut in half

For Topping:

  • 1 cup fresh bread crumbs
  • ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons butter or margarine melted
  • 6 oz. Mozzarella cheese cut into strips

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a 9×13 inch baking pan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter in the oven.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the remaining sauce ingredients except for the chicken; set aside.
  • Place the chicken in the baking pan, turning to coat with butter.
  • Spoon the sauce mixture over the chicken.
  • Bake for 30 to 40 minutes until the chicken is no longer pink.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together all the topping ingredients except for the cheese.
  • Place the cheese strips over the chicken and sprinkle with the topping mixture.
  • Continue baking for 5 to 10 minutes or until the chicken is fork-tender and the bread crumbs are brown.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this creamy tomato basil chicken bake with a light-bodied red wine like Pinot Noir or a crisp and refreshing white wine like Pinot Grigio to complement its vibrant flavors.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 370 kcal | Carbohydrates: 20 g | Protein: 30 g | Fat: 20 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 6 g
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Course Chicken / Main Dish
Cuisine European / Italian