UPTOWN CHICKEN & RED-EYE GRAVY

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This is adapted from Cooking Light. I have been making this for about 25 years. I serve it with slices of grilled polenta, but would be good with grits or potatoes.

Provided by Mikekey *

Categories     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 Tbsp all purpose flour
1/2 tsp paprika
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp salt
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (4 halves)
2 tsp unsalted butter
1/2 c chopped ham (i use lunchmeat type sliced ham)
1/2 c strong brewed coffee
1/4 c water
1 Tbsp brown sugar
2 medium portebello mushrooms, sliced 1/2-inch thick
1 Tbsp all purpose flour
1 Tbsp water

Steps:

  • 1. Combine first 4 ingredients in a large zip-top plastic bag. Add the chicken; seal bag, and shake to coat.
  • 2. Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Combine ham, coffee, 1/4 cup water, and sugar; pour over chicken. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer 3 minutes.
  • 3. Add mushrooms; cover and simmer 5 minutes or until chicken is done and mushrooms are tender. Remove chicken and mushrooms with a slotted spoon, place on a platter, and keep warm.
  • 4. Combine 1 tablespoon flour and 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl, and stir with a wire whisk; add to cooking liquid in skillet. Bring to a boil, and cook 1 minute or until thickened, stirring constantly. Spoon over chicken and mushrooms and serve.

Arman Islam
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I highly recommend it.


mohamat thassim
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my chicken turned out tough and chewy.


Unruly Malique
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Satisfying Lips
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I'm not a fan of red eye gravy, but the chicken was cooked perfectly.


kitty
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are always delicious.


Ria Vos
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a family favorite!


RJ Rana Boos
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This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste.


Dark Dimension Vader
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the gravy was delicious.


Ganiyu Ganiyat
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This is my new favorite chicken recipe! The red eye gravy is what really makes it special. I highly recommend this recipe.


Aristeo Salazar
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I'm not much of a cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the gravy was perfect.


Nicole Pilant
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone raved about the chicken and the gravy. I will definitely be making this again.


Brooke Gregory
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the red eye gravy was rich and savory. I will definitely be making this again.