Chicken with Almond Garlic Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken with Almond Garlic Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 cup blanched almonds; 4 garlic cloves, peeled and lightly smashed; 1 chicken, 3 to 4 pounds, cut into serving pieces, or 2 1/2 to 3 pounds chicken parts, trimmed of excess fat; Salt and black pepper to taste; 1 large onion, chopped; Large pinch of saffron threads; 1/4 cup chicken stock, preferably homemade (page 160), or water; 2 hard-cooked eggs (page 338), optional; 1 cup dry sherry

Servings: persons

1
Put the oil in a deep skillet or flameproof casserole, preferably nonstick, over medium-high heat.
2
After a minute or so, when the oil is hot, add the almonds and half the garlic and toast until golden.
3
Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a food processor or blender.
4
Let cool.
5
Add the chicken to the skillet, skin side down, and brown it well, rotating and turning the pieces as necessary, 10 to 15 minutes.
6
About halfway through the browning, add some salt and pepper along with the onion, allowing the onion to brown with the chicken.
7
Meanwhile, add the saffron, stock, remaining garlic cloves, and one of the eggs to the food processor or blender.
8
Process the mixture until a smooth paste is formed.
9
Add this mixture to the skillet with the sherry and stir well.
10
Turn the heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes, turning the chicken pieces occasionally; taste and adjust the seasoning.
11
Meanwhile, slice the remaining egg.
12
Transfer the chicken with the sauce to your serving dish, garnish with the sliced egg, and serve.

570

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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 cup blanched almonds, 4 garlic cloves, peeled and lightly smashed, 1 chicken, 3 to 4 pounds, cut into serving pieces, or 2 1/2 to 3 pounds chicken parts, trimmed of excess fat, and more.

Yes, Chicken with Almond Garlic Sauce 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!

Chicken with Almond Garlic Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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