This comforting one-pan meal brings together the best of poultry and seafood. Tender chicken pieces are browned for texture and then simmered in a deep, aromatic sauce made from red wine, tomato sauce, and fresh herbs. The addition of plump shrimp at the end adds a sweet, briny contrast to the earthy, herbal flavors of basil and garlic. It 226;ÂÂs a quick weeknight dinner that feels elegant enough for guests, offering a luxurious dining experience without hours of prep. Serve over pasta or rice to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.
Chicken And Shrimp In Red Wine Sauce
Description
This comforting one-pan meal brings together the best of poultry and seafood. Tender chicken pieces are browned for texture and then simmered in a deep, aromatic sauce made from red wine, tomato sauce, and fresh herbs. The addition of plump shrimp at the end adds a sweet, briny contrast to the earthy, herbal flavors of basil and garlic. It&# 226;ÂÂs a quick weeknight dinner that feels elegant enough for guests, offering a luxurious dining experience without hours of prep. Serve over pasta or rice to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.Ingredients
Directions
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Wash the chicken pieces thoroughly and pat them completely dry with paper towels.
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In a plastic bag, combine the flour, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
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Add each piece of chicken to the bag and shake well to coat evenly with the seasoned flour.
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Melt the butter in a large, heat-resistant skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and brown on all sides until golden, about 5-7 minutes.
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Remove the browned chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
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Add the chopped onion and crushed garlic to the same skillet.
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Sauté the onion and garlic until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
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Stir in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
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Add the tomato sauce, chopped parsley, and dried basil leaves to the skillet.
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Return the chicken pieces to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
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Cover the skillet and simmer on low heat for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
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Remove the chicken pieces from the skillet and place them on a serving platter.
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Add the raw, deveined shrimp to the remaining sauce in the skillet.
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Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn pink and opaque.
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Skim any excess fat from the surface of the sauce.
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Pour the shrimp and red wine sauce over the chicken pieces to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1492.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 74.9g116%
- Saturated Fat 20.6g103%
- Cholesterol 555.6mg186%
- Sodium 511.9mg22%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 168.5g337%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.