Quail With Chestnuts and Raisins Recipe

Name: Quail With Chestnuts and Raisins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup raisins; 1/2 cup port; 12 quail, all but legs and wings deboned; Salt and black pepper; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 large shallot, minced; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 18 roasted chestnuts, halved (fresh, frozen or vacuum-packed); 1/2 cup well-seasoned chicken stock; 6 sprigs fresh thyme

Servings: persons

1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup port
12 quail, all but legs and wings deboned
Salt and black pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large shallot, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
18 roasted chestnuts, halved (fresh, frozen or vacuum-packed)
1/2 cup well-seasoned chicken stock
6 sprigs fresh thyme

1
Place raisins in a bowl, add port and set aside.
2
Season quail with salt and pepper.
3
Heat oven to 350 degrees.
4
Melt butter in a large heavy skillet on medium-high.
5
Add as many quail as will fit comfortably, breast side down.
6
Saute until breast is well browned.
7
Transfer quail, breast side up, to a baking dish that can go to the table and continue sauteing until all the quail are browned.
8
Quail can be slightly overlapping in the dish.
9
Reduce heat in pan to medium-low, add shallot and ginger and saute until soft.
10
Add raisins with port and the chestnuts.
11
Add stock.
12
Let simmer about a minute.
13
Check seasonings and pour over quail in the baking dish.
14
Place thyme on top.
15
Bake uncovered about 20 minutes for medium; timing can be adjusted according to taste.

135

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1/2 cup raisins, 1/2 cup port, 12 quail, all but legs and wings deboned, Salt and black pepper, and more.

Yes, Quail With Chestnuts and Raisins 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.

Quail With Chestnuts and Raisins

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