Barbecue Chicken Polenta With Onion Compote Recipe

Name: Barbecue Chicken Polenta With Onion Compote
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 14 lbs cooked pulled chicken; 2 cups barbecue sauce; ⅛ cup olive oil; ¼ cup minced red onion; 2 minced garlic cloves; 4 cups chicken broth; 1 chopped jalapeno pepper; 3 tablespoons salted butter; ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese; ⅛ teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon ground pepper; ¼ cup plain yellow cornmeal; ½ tablespoon unsalted butter; ¼ tablespoon light brown sugar; 1 ½ cups red onions, cut julienne style; ¼ cup leek, cut julienne style

Servings: persons

2 14 lbs cooked pulled chicken
2 cups barbecue sauce
⅛ cup olive oil
¼ cup minced red onion
2 minced garlic cloves
4 cups chicken broth
1 chopped jalapeno pepper
3 tablespoons salted butter
¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground pepper
¼ cup plain yellow cornmeal
½ tablespoon unsalted butter
¼ tablespoon light brown sugar
1 ½ cups red onions, cut julienne style
¼ cup leek, cut julienne style

1
preheat oven to 350.
2
combine chicken and bbq sauce.
3
stir to blend.
4
heat over medium heat until done (165 F).
5
heat oil in sauce pan over medium heat.
6
add minced red onions and peppers and cook until onions are translucent.
7
reduce heat to low.
8
add garlic, continue to cook about 1 minute.
9
do not burn garlic!
10
increase heat to high and add chicken broth, bringing to boil.
11
gradually add cornmeal while constantly stirring.
12
when all of the cornmeal has been incorporated, transfer to a greased oven safe dish.
13
cover dish and place in oven, stirring every 10 minutes until creamy.
14
remove from oven, stir in salted butter, salt, pepper, and cheese.
15
while dish is in oven, do the following steps: melt unsalted butter in a saute pan.
16
add brown sugar and heat over medium until syrupy.
17
add julienne veggies and saute until al dente.
18
do not overcook!
19
when oven dish is creamy, pour the chicken over it.
20
top with the onions and leeks.
21
place back in oven uncovered for about 10 minutes, or until set.
22
can be garnished with chopped chives, parsley, and/or parmesan cheese.

800

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 14 lbs cooked pulled chicken, 2 cups barbecue sauce, ⅛ cup olive oil, ¼ cup minced red onion, and more.

Yes, Barbecue Chicken Polenta With Onion Compote falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Barbecue Chicken Polenta With Onion Compote

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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