Leek and Mushroom Gravy Smothered Chicken

Isaiah 63:9

    [9] In all their affliction he was afflicted,

        and the angel of his presence saved them;

    in his love and in his pity he redeemed them;

        he lifted them up and carried them all the days of old.

An ej original recipe!!

4 large chicken breast cut in half lengthwise, salted with coarse kosher and peppered, dry marinate for 2 hrs in fridge, this is a dry brine for tender and moist chicken

1 c Italian 4 cheese blend, divided

Dredge

2 Beaten eggs

2 c Italian plain bread crumbs

1/8 c Cornstarch 

Dredge chicken in egg, drain, then into breadcrumbs.

Using 2 T bacon grease, 1/8 c olive oil and 2 T clarified butter, heat.

Fry 5 minutes, in batches, on each side or until chicken is crispy.

Place in foil pan.

Sprinkle chicken with cheese.

Add 2 T of gravy to each chicken piece.

Place in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes or until chicken internal temp is 165. 

Serve.

Gravy 

1/8 c Leeks

1/8 c Mushrooms 

Salt and Pepper to taste

1/2 t Thyme

1/2 t Rosemary 

Pinch of sugar

1/4 c Sauvignon Blanc 

1/4 c Italian 4 Cheese 

1/4 c Half and half

1 T bacon grease, 1 T olive oil and 1 T clarified butter 

Sauté Leeks and mushrooms.

Add herbs, sugar and salt-pepper.

Next add wine, slightly reduce.

Add half and half and cheese.

Sauté until your desired thickness.

Spoon a little over cheese-chicken.

Reserve most of the gravy for mashed potatoes or rice.

18 Minute Air Fryer Bone In Chops

 

 

Psalm 119:49-50

Zayin

    [49] Remember your word to your servant,

        in which you have made me hope. 

    [50] This is my comfort in my affliction,

        that your promise gives me life.

An ej original recipe!

4 bone in pork chop, 1-11/4 inch thick 

Using shears cut 3 slits through fat that's around the edges.

Set aside, on counter for at least an hour.

Seasoning

2 t coarse kosher salt

1 t black pepper

Mix, sprinkle both sides of chops, press in

Additional seasoning

1 t smoked paprika 

1/4 t garlic granules 

1/4 t onion granules 

Preheat air Fryer to 400 degrees for 5 minutes.

Cover pan with foil.

Add chops.

Cook 8 minutes then flip and cook an additional 8-10 minutes, reaching a temp of 150 to 155 degrees.

Tender and juicy goodness!!!

Avocado and Sausage Cheesy Grits Bowl

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 119:37

    [37] Turn my eyes from looking at worthless things;

        and give me life in your ways.

 

 

An ej original recipe!!

Cheese Grits(I used quick Grits)

1/8 c Italian cheese blend

2 T Cheddar 

Topping

1/2 c Sausage chunks 

2 chopped Scallions

1 crumbled Potato patty*

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Finishing 

Fresh chopped salted tomatoes in Olive Garden Italian dressing

Avocado creama 

Mash avocado, add 1/2 t Mayo, salt, toasted cumin and pepper.

Squeeze 1/2 of a small lime over mixture and mix.

Set aside

Smashed Croissant Breakfast Sandwich

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 119:25

Daleth

    [25] My soul clings to the dust;

        give me life according to your word!

An ej original recipe!!

Croissants, cut in half, flatten with a rolling pin

Fried sausage patty split lengthwise, set aside

Clarified butter for toasting in skillet

Grated Cheese 

Green onions, chopped 

Avocado *

Fried egg, cook set aside

Avocado 

Mash avocado, add 1/2 t Mayo, salt, toasted cumin and pepper.

Squeeze 1/2 of a small lime over mixture and mix.

Set aside

To assemble

Melt clarified butter, add flattened croissant both sides to skillet, add cheese, sausage, avocado and green onions.

Weigh down and toast.

Flip and repeat.

These are delicious!!

Texas Roadhouse Smothered Portobello Chicken Knock Off

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psalm 119:1

Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet

Aleph

    [1]  Blessed are those whose way is blameless,

        who walk in the law of the LORD!

An ej original recipe!!

4 butterflied chicken breast

Salted and peppered

Let sit out for 1 hr.

This allows Chicken to become tender and moist.

Add a pinch of Greek seasoning to each one.

Fry in 1/8 c bacon drippings until 165 degree temp.

Set aside.

Shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Set aside

Gravy

1 pint Portobello mushrooms, sliced

1 large Onion, sliced

Sauté mushrooms in skillet.

Do not season or add liquid yet.

Mushrooms will seep liquid as they sauté.

After mushrooms start to wilt add:

Onions

1/4 c Sauvignon Blanc

3 T roasted garlic

Sauté till onions are tender.

Add:

1/8 c half and half

Slightly thicken by whisking in 1 t flour.

Set aside.

Layers:

1 Chicken 

2 Top with mushroom gravy

3 Grated Monterey Jack cheese

Place under broiler to melt cheese.

Serve and swoon!