"Tuna" of Chicken Recipe

Name: "Tuna" of Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: a 3- to 4-pound chicken, skin removed; 1 carrot, chopped coarse; 1 onion, quartered; 2 garlic cloves; fine sea salt to taste; freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1 to 1 1/4 cups extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup fresh sage leaves (about 1 small bunch); 10 garlic cloves, crushed lightly; fine sea salt to taste; freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1/2 pound mesclun or other tender salad greens

Servings: persons

a 3- to 4-pound chicken, skin removed
1 carrot, chopped coarse
1 onion, quartered
2 garlic cloves
fine sea salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 to 1 1/4 cups extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup fresh sage leaves (about 1 small bunch)
10 garlic cloves, crushed lightly
fine sea salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/2 pound mesclun or other tender salad greens

1
In an 8-to-9 quart kettle combine chicken, vegetables, salt, pepper, and enough water to cover chicken completely.
2
Bring mixture to a boil, skimming any foam that rises to surface, and simmer, covered, 2 1/2 hours.
3
Remove kettle from heat and let chicken cool completely, uncovered, in poaching liquid.
4
Remove chicken from liquid and shred, discarding bones.
5
Drizzle 2 tablespoons oil over bottom of a 4-to-6 cup terrine and cover with one-third chicken, a few sage leaves, a few garlic cloves, salt, and pepper.
6
Drizzle with 2 tablespoons more oil and continue layering, making at least 3 layers, in same manner.
7
Pour enough remaining oil into terrine to cover chicken.
8
Lay a sheet of plastic wrap on surface of chicken and chill terrine at least 1 day and up to 3 days.
9
Let terrine stand at room temperature 1 hour before serving.
10
Pour off about 3 tablespoons oil from terrine and in a large bowl toss it with mesclun and sail and pepper to taste.
11
Spoon chicken mixture over greens.

688

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: a 3- to 4-pound chicken, skin removed, 1 carrot, chopped coarse, 1 onion, quartered, 2 garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, "Tuna" of Chicken falls under the Seafood 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!

"Tuna" of Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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