Chicken Cerise (Cherry) Recipe

Name: Chicken Cerise (Cherry) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 (2 lb.) chickens (halved); 2 c. canned red sour pitted cherries (water packed); 6 tbsp. butter; 1 tbsp. flour; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/8 teaspoon grnd allspice; 1/8 teaspoon grnd cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon dry mustard; 1 c. canned crushed pineapple; 2 tbsp. dark rum; 1 chicken bouillon cube; Paprika; Salt to taste; 3 c. warm cooked rice

Servings: persons

3 (2 lb.) chickens (halved)
2 c. canned red sour pitted cherries (water packed)
6 tbsp. butter
1 tbsp. flour
1 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon grnd allspice
1/8 teaspoon grnd cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon dry mustard
1 c. canned crushed pineapple
2 tbsp. dark rum
1 chicken bouillon cube
Paprika
Salt to taste
3 c. warm cooked rice

1
Season chicken with paprika and salt.
2
Saute/fry chicken in butter till brown.
3
Remove chicken.
4
Blend flour, sugar, spices and dash of salt in butter remaining in skillet.
5
Drain cherries and pour the liquid into the skillet.
6
Return chicken to skillet.
7
Add in pineapple, rum and bouillon cube.
8
Cover and simmer for 30 min.
9
Add in cherries and simmer for 10 min.
10
To serve, arrange chicken on a bed of rice.
11
Spoon some sauce over chicken and serve the remaining sauce separately.

1013

kcal

Calories

Fat

154

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 (2 lb.) chickens (halved), 2 c. canned red sour pitted cherries (water packed), 6 tbsp. butter, 1 tbsp. flour, and more.

Yes, Chicken Cerise (Cherry) Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!