Chicken Acadiana Recipe
A char-grilled breast of chicken with shrimp and tasso butter sauce.
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Shrimp and Tasso Butter Sauce
Method
Preparation of Chicken
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, mix olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and coat them evenly with the marinade. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Grill the Chicken
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Once done, remove from the grill and let rest.
Preparation of Shrimp and Tasso Butter Sauce
- 3
Sauté Shrimp and Tasso
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the stick of unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Then add the diced tasso ham and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- 4
Add Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes.
- 5
Finish the Sauce
Stir in the heavy cream and lemon juice, and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for about 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Stir in the chopped green onions right before serving.
Assembly
- 6
Serve
On a plate, place a grilled chicken breast and generously spoon the shrimp and tasso butter sauce over the top. Serve immediately, garnished with additional green onions if desired.