This hearty Italian-inspired main course brings together the comforting textures of browned chicken and plump shrimp in a deeply flavorful sauce. The base starts with aromatic onions and garlic, deglazed with red wine and simmered with tomato sauce, fresh parsley, and dried basil for a robust taste. The chicken is first dredged in seasoned flour and browned to create a golden crust before being gently cooked in the sauce. Shrimp are added at the end to ensure they remain tender and pink, absorbing the rich, savory juices. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special family gathering, this dish offers a satisfying balance of protein and bold herbs. It&# 226;ÂÂs a simple yet elegant meal that feels like homemade comfort food, ready to be served over pasta or alongside crusty bread to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.
Chicken & Shrimp In Red Wine Sauce
Description
This hearty Italian-inspired main course brings together the comforting textures of browned chicken and plump shrimp in a deeply flavorful sauce. The base starts with aromatic onions and garlic, deglazed with red wine and simmered with tomato sauce, fresh parsley, and dried basil for a robust taste. The chicken is first dredged in seasoned flour and browned to create a golden crust before being gently cooked in the sauce. Shrimp are added at the end to ensure they remain tender and pink, absorbing the rich, savory juices. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special family gathering, this dish offers a satisfying balance of protein and bold herbs. It&# 226;ÂÂs a simple yet elegant meal that feels like homemade comfort food, ready to be served over pasta or alongside crusty bread to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.Ingredients
Directions
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Rinse chicken pieces and pat them thoroughly dry with paper towels.
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In a large plastic bag, combine salt, pepper, and flour.
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Add chicken pieces to the bag and shake until evenly coated with the flour mixture.
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In a large microwave-safe skillet, melt butter over medium heat (or in microwave) until foaming.
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Add coated chicken pieces to the skillet and brown on all sides until golden, about 8-10 minutes.
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Remove browned chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
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Add chopped onion and crushed garlic to the same skillet.
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Cook onions and garlic until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
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Stir in red wine, Italian seasoning, tomato sauce, dried basil, and chopped parsley.
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Bring the sauce to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
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Return the chicken pieces to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
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Cover the skillet and cook (or microwave) for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and tender.
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Remove chicken pieces from the sauce and place them on a serving platter. Keep warm.
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Add raw, deveined shrimp to the simmering sauce in the skillet.
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Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes, just until they turn pink and opaque. Do not overcook.
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Skim any excess fat from the surface of the sauce.
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Spoon the shrimp and rich red wine sauce generously over the chicken pieces.
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.
