Tom Fitzmorris says: "This is a standard dish at Brigtsen's. I think I remember Chef Frank Brigtsen saying that it was actually created by his younger brother Billy, but it certainly fits into the restaurant's Creole style."
1. Combine all marinade ingredients except the olive oil in a mixing bowl. Mix well. While whisking, add the olive oil in a thin stream until fully incorporated. Marinate the chicken for between six and eight hours.
- Marinade:
- 1-1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2/3 cup extra_virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp. chopped fresh garlic
- 1/4 tsp. Chef Paul Prudhomme's Magic Meat Seasoning
- 1/8 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
- 1/4 tsp. chopped fresh oregano
- 1/4 tsp. chopped fresh basil
- 2 boneless chicken hindquarters
- 2 boneless chicken breasts, skinned
- Sauce:
- 4 tsp. softened unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup diced sweet bell pepper__red, yellow, green, or some of each
- 1/8 tsp. fresh chopped jalapeno pepper
- 1/8 tsp. chopped fresh garlic
- 3 oz. strong chicken stock
- 1/8 tsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp. honey
2. To grill the chicken, lightly brush it with clarified butter or olive oil. Season lightly with Magic Meat Seasoning.
3. Place the chicken on a very hot grill or in a black iron skillet, and cook about three minutes on each side, until done. Cook the hindquarter pieces skin side down first. If using an outdoor barbecue grill, you might want to baste the chicken with the leftover marinade.
4. To make the sauce, melt 1 Tbs. of the butter in a heavy skillet over medium_high heat. Add the bell pepper, jalapeno, and garlic. Cook for about a minute, stirring constantly.
5. Add the chicken stock and bring to a boil. Add the lemon juice and the honey. Add the remaining tsp. of butter. Stir or shake the skillet just until the butter is melted and fully incorporated. Serve immediately over the grilled chicken.
Serves two.
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