Chicken With Pear and Blue Cheese Salad |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 240 Minutes |
Ready In: 260 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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I discovered this recipe in a cook book I recently purchased. It sounds delicious! I have not tried it, but I have chosen to share the recipe with you. Cook time is marinade time for the chicken. Hope you enjoy! Ingredients:
2 ounces olive oil |
6 shallots, sliced |
1 clove garlic, crushed |
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon |
1 tablespoon english mustard |
6 boneless skinless chicken breasts |
1 tablespoon flour |
2/3 cup chicken stock |
1 apple, diced finely |
1 tablespoon chopped walnuts |
1 tablespoon heavy cream |
salt and pepper |
3 1/2 cups cooked rice |
2 large pears, diced |
1 cup blue cheese, diced |
1 red bell pepper, diced |
1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander |
1 tablespoon sesame oil |
Directions:
1. In a deep bowl, mix olive oil, shallots, garlic, tarragon and mustard.
2. Salt and pepper to taste.
3. Place the chicken breasts in this mixture, coating well.
4. Chill for 4 hours.
5. Drain the chicken, reserving the marinade.
6. Quickly fry the chicken in a deep non-stick pan for 4 minutes on each side.
7. Transfer the chicken to a large serving platter.
8. Add the marinade to the pan, bring to a boil and sprinkle with the flour.
9. Add the chicken stock, apples and walnuts.
10. Gently simmer for 5 minutes.
11. Return the chicken to the pan with the sauce in it.
12. Add the heavy cream and cook for 2 minutes.
13. Mix the salad ingredients together and place a small amount on each plate.
14. Top each plate with a chicken breast and a spoonful of the sauce.
15. Serve immediately.
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