Cajun Chicken With Collard Greens Recipes

CAJUN CHICKEN WITH COLLARD GREENS

Steps:

• In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat; season the chicken with the blackening seasoning or Cajun seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
• Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6 to 7 minutes per side; transfer to serving plates.
• Meanwhile, heat a second skillet, over medium high heat with 3 tablespoons oil; add garlic, red pepper, cook, tossing frequently, until softened about 2 to 3 minutes.
• Add the collards, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, tossing, until collards are just tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
• Stir in black eyed peas and cook until heated through, 1 or 2 minutes more.

SOUTHERN COLLARD GREENS

Steps:

• In a large Dutch oven or stockpot over medium heat brown the bacon. When the bacon is about halfway browned add the chopped onion. Cook until the bacon is browned and the onion is soft. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute; stirring constantly.
• Add the collard greens and cook until wilted and slightly softened. Add the chicken broth, sugar, cajun seasoning, paprika and crushed red pepper. Cover and simmer 45-60 minutes letting the liquid cook down and the greens really soften. Then drain most of the liquid or use a slotted spoon to remove. Salt and pepper to taste. For best results serve promptly.

CAJUN COLLARDS

Steps:

• Fry bacon in a Dutch oven until almost done.
• Add onions and garlic and saute until the onions are clear.
• Cover the bacon, onions and garlic with 4 cups water, heat to boiling.
• Add wine, soy sauce, salt, hot sauce and collards.
• Return to a boil and simmer for 1 hour.