Ep 3. Fancy Chicken

In Cook's Country season 4 episode 3, viewers are treated to an episode all about fancy chicken dishes. Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison take viewers through a variety of recipes that are sure to impress any dinner guests.

The episode starts with a recipe for crispy Parmesan-crusted chicken cutlets. Bridget and Julia show viewers how to achieve the perfect crispy crust on the chicken by breading it with a mixture of Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and spices. They also share tips for how to prevent the crust from falling off while cooking.

Next up is a recipe for pan-seared chicken breasts with shallots and brandy. This dish is all about the sauce, which is made by first browning sliced shallots in butter and olive oil, then deglazing the pan with brandy and chicken broth. The chicken breasts are then cooked in the sauce until they are tender and juicy.

For those looking for a bit of spice, Bridget and Julia share a recipe for Nashville hot chicken sandwiches. This Southern-style sandwich features fried chicken that has been coated in a signature hot sauce made with cayenne pepper, paprika, and brown sugar. The chicken is then topped with pickles, mayo, and slaw.

Another chicken dish featured in the episode is a recipe for chicken and dumplings. Bridget and Julia show viewers how to make a rich and creamy broth for the soup by browning chicken thighs and then simmering them with onions, garlic, and chicken broth. The dumplings are made with a simple mixture of flour, milk, and butter, and are added to the soup once the chicken is cooked.

Finally, the episode concludes with a recipe for a classic coq au vin. This French dish features chicken that has been marinated in red wine and then slowly braised with mushrooms, onions, and bacon. Bridget and Julia demonstrate how to get the perfect sear on the chicken before adding it to the braising liquid, and also share tips for how to achieve a silky-smooth sauce.

Throughout the episode, Bridget and Julia share a wealth of tips and techniques for cooking chicken dishes that look and taste restaurant-quality. From achieving the perfect crust on chicken cutlets to making a rich and flavorful sauce for chicken and dumplings, viewers will leave the episode feeling confident in their chicken-cooking skills.