Best 7 Caramelized Claypot Chicken Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Caramelized Claypot Chicken, a classic Asian dish that combines tender chicken, aromatic sauce, and the irresistible smokiness of a claypot. This savory dish is a symphony of flavors, with the caramelized sauce adding a touch of sweetness to the savory chicken and vegetables. The claypot cooking method infuses the dish with a unique smoky aroma and locks in the moisture, resulting in a succulent and flavorful experience.

In this culinary guide, we present a collection of Caramelized Claypot Chicken recipes that capture the essence of this beloved dish. From the traditional Cantonese-style claypot chicken to variations inspired by different cuisines, these recipes offer a diverse range of flavors and cooking techniques. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or a modern twist, you're sure to find a recipe that suits your taste buds.

Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ingredient lists, and cooking tips to ensure a successful and enjoyable cooking experience. Discover the art of caramelizing the sauce, the secrets of tender chicken, and the techniques for achieving the perfect smoky flavor. With detailed explanations and helpful insights, these recipes are designed to guide you through the cooking process with ease.

So gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and embark on a culinary journey to create the perfect Caramelized Claypot Chicken. Let the tantalizing aromas fill your kitchen as you bring this classic dish to life. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this delicious and authentic Asian delicacy. Happy cooking!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CLAY POT CHICKEN RECIPE



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Deliciously moist and tender chicken thighs with a few vegetables, all baked in a clay pot, make this a one pot meal that's super easy and quick.

Provided by Steve Gordon

Categories     Main Dish

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 fresh Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
3 cloves Garlic
3 Carrots, sliced
1 small Onion, cut in quarters or smaller.
4 small Red Potatoes, quartered
3-4 pats of butter.
½ teaspoon Salt
½ teaspoon Black Pepper

Steps:

  • Fully submerge both parts of your clay baking pot under water. Soak for 30 minutes.
  • Prepare your vegetables.
  • Place the carrots in the bottom of the baker.
  • Add the potatoes.
  • Add the onions.
  • Add the garlic cloves.
  • Arrange the chicken thighs on top of the vegetables.
  • Sprinkle chicken with salt.
  • Sprinkle with black pepper.
  • Place the pats of butter on top of the chicken pieces.
  • Place the top on the baker.
  • Place the baker in a COLD oven.
  • Set oven temperature to 425F degrees. Let chicken bake for 60 minutes.
  • Remove lid from baker, let chicken bake for 10-15 more minutes to slightly brown.
  • Internal temperature of the chicken should be 165F degrees to be done.
  • Remove from oven when done. Let chicken rest for 15 minutes before serving.
  • Enjoy!

CARAMELIZED LEMON CHICKEN



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Making a chicken shine with glaze typically requires combining a form of sugar (like honey or maple syrup) with something to balance that sweetness, like lemon juice. But there is an ingredient in your baking arsenal that does both of those things: lemon curd. The sugars in the curd help the skin caramelize to a deep mahogany, while the curd's fat and moisture keep the meat juicy. Spread it on chicken and each bite gets perfumed with sunny lemon. While you can make this recipe using chicken just as you purchased it, the added step of removing the backbone (also known as spatchcocking or butterflying) ensures all parts get browned.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, poultry, main course

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup store-bought lemon curd
Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal)
Black pepper
1 chicken (about 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 pounds)
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Season the lemon curd with 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper.
  • To butterfly the chicken, place the chicken on a cutting board, breast side down. Using sharp kitchen shears, remove the backbone by cutting on either side of the backbone. (Save the backbone for stock.) Flip the chicken, setting it breast side up, and flatten by pressing firmly in the center; you should hear a crack.
  • Pat chicken dry. Season the chicken on both sides with 2 teaspoons salt and a generous grind of black pepper. Use the handle of a fork or spoon to loosen the skin from the chicken breasts and thighs (you'll find openings at their tops).
  • Spread about three-quarters of the lemon curd between the skin and meat. Use your fingers to massage the curd around so it spreads out under the skin. Spread the rest of the lemon curd in a thin layer all over the chicken skin. Drizzle with the olive oil.
  • Pour 3/4 cup water into a large (at least 12-inch) oven-safe skillet, shallow roasting pan or sheet pan. (The water keeps the pan drippings from burning and keeps the chicken moist.) Add the chicken, skin side up. Tuck the wings under to prevent burning and turn the legs so the thighs face up. Roast until a thermometer registers 165 degrees in the thickest part of the thigh, 45 minutes to 1 hour, starting to check the chicken at 30 minutes. If at any point it starts getting too brown, cover it with foil. Let rest 10 minutes before carving.

CLAY POT CHICKEN



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (3-pound) frying chicken, giblets removed and reserved
1 tablespoon olive oil
12 small onions, peeled
3 garlic cloves, peeled
6 sprigs parsley, plus extra for garnish
1/4 pound prosciutto, small dice
2 whole bay leaves
3 large tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/3 cup tawny or ruby Port
2 tablespoons brandy
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F. Rub the chicken all over with the oil, and loosely stuff the cavity with 3 onions, 1 garlic clove and 1 sprig of parsley. Set aside. On the bottom of a 3-quart terra-cotta jug or deep heavy casserole, spread half the prosciutto, 2 sprigs parsley, 4 onions, 1 garlic clove, 1 bay leaf and all of the giblets. Place the chicken head-first in the pot, or breast-side up in a casserole. Scatter the remaining onions, garlic, 3 sprigs parsley, prosciutto and bay leaf around and on top of the chicken. In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, wine, Port, brandy, mustard, and pepper, and pour over the chicken. Cover the pot or casserole and bake for 1 1/2-2 hours, or until chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove pot from the oven, and carefully remove the onions and reserve. Drain the liquid from the pot into a large skillet. Lift out the chicken and transfer to a roasting pan fitted with a rack.
  • Use a slotted spoon to lift out the giblets from the pot, along with any remaining whole onions and add them to the reserved onions.
  • Set the skillet of liquid over high heat, bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, or until liquid is reduced by half, stirring often. Preheat a broiler. Place the chicken under the broiler for 3 to 4 minutes, or until browned. To serve, cut the chicken into pieces and arrange on a large platter. Scatter the onions and giblets around the chicken, and spoon some of the warm sauce over the top. Garnish with parsley sprigs and pass extra sauce.

CLAY POT SESAME CHICKEN



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From Dana Jacobi's book, The Best of Clay Pot Cooking. She says, "Cooking in a clay pot gives you a particularly succulent version of this popular dish. Serve it hot, right from the pot, accompanied by steamed broccoli and rice. Or let the chicken cool, shred the meat, and serve it as a salad tossed in its velvety, nutty sauce." My husband and I really enjoy this recipe. Prep time doesn't include clay pot soaking time, typically 15 minutes in lukewarm water; new pots require about 30 minutes; drain thoroughly. Soaking time is not an issue for me as I do my prep work while the pot is soaking.

Provided by mersaydees

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 inch piece ginger, peeled and minced
3 garlic cloves, mined
1 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons sake (rice wine) or 2 tablespoons sherry wine
1 tablespoon chinese red rice vinegar or 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1/4-1/2 teaspoon hot pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 whole chicken breasts, skinned and split
1/2 cup scallion, chopped (white & tender green parts)

Steps:

  • Pre-soak 3-quart clay pot.
  • Combine the peanut butter, ginger, garlic, five spice powder, broth, soy sauce, sake, vinegar, sesame oil, hot pepper flakes, and pepper in medium size bowl. Mix well.
  • Arrange the chicken breasts in one layer in the soaked 3-quart clay pot. Pour the peanut mixture over the chicken, turning to coat well. Cover the pot and place it in a cold oven. Set the oven temperature to 450°F and cook for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Transfer the chicken to a serving plate and garnish with the scallions.

CLAY POT CHICKEN WITH GARLIC CARROTS AND POTATOES



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This is our family's favorite recipe. I created this recipe when I purchased my first clay pot. Chicken will be very moist and tender; potatoes are done in the same pot. What more could you want? Easy, delicious and great looking dish. I promise, that even your pickiest eaters will be asking for seconds.

Provided by AngelaSept

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 chicken, cut up
1 cup sliced carrot
3 -4 medium potatoes, quartered
4 garlic cloves, chopped (can add more or less)
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (can use 1 tbs of dried parsley)
1 tablespoon caraway seed (optional, but I always use them)
1 tablespoon Italian dressing (optional)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Soak clay pot for 15 min.
  • Rub chicken with garlic, salt, pepper, caraway seeds, parsley, Italian dressing and marinate overnight ( optional) You can rub your chicken and bake it right away, but it will taste much better , if marinated.
  • In a clay pot, add potatoes, carrots and chicken on top.
  • Place your clay pot in the cold oven and roast at 430F for 1.5 hours.

CARAMELIZED BAKED CHICKEN



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Roast chicken pieces with sticky, sweet and tangy coating.

Provided by Sandy

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds chicken wings
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 cup honey
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place chicken in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Mix together the oil, soy sauce, ketchup, honey, garlic, salt and pepper. Pour over the chicken.
  • Bake in preheated oven for one hour, or until sauce is caramelized.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.8 calories, Carbohydrate 49.6 g, Cholesterol 47.6 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 1307.2 mg, Sugar 47.9 g

SKILLET CHICKEN WITH MUSHROOMS AND CARAMELIZED ONIONS



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This comforting one-pot dinner is reminiscent of a rich French onion soup, but made in less time and with lighter ingredients. Cooking the onions in a hot, dry pan forces them to release their moisture, so that they shrink and become silky and sweet in 30 minutes. Serve everything directly from the pan, with some crusty bread to soak up all the juices, or shred the chicken and pile it on top of buttered noodles. For something green, stir in some spinach to wilt at the end or serve alongside a simple green salad or roasted broccoli.

Provided by Yasmin Fahr

Categories     dinner, weekday, poultry, vegetables, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 3-inch pieces
2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced (about 4 cups)
3/4 pound cremini mushrooms, stems removed and thinly sliced (about 4 cups)
1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley or dill leaves and fine stems, roughly chopped
1/4 cup grated Parmesan or pecorino (optional)
Bread or cooked pasta, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 tablespoons oil, 2 tablespoons vinegar, the honey, mustard, red-pepper flakes and 1 teaspoon salt; whisk until smooth. Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper, then add to the mixture, coating it well. Set aside at room temperature, stirring it once while you make the onions.
  • Heat a 12-inch cast-iron or heavy skillet over medium-high until very hot, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, then add the onions in an even layer. Season with salt, then cook, mostly undisturbed, for 4 minutes more, stirring every minute or so. Add the mushrooms, season with salt, and stir to combine. (It will look crowded, and that's OK.) Allow to cook mostly undisturbed until the mushrooms shrink and start to brown, about 4 minutes, stirring every minute or so.
  • Stir in the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil and allow the onions to cook until they start to color, stirring and lowering the heat as necessary to avoid burning, about 2 minutes. Push the onions and mushrooms to the edges of the skillet, then add the chicken pieces to the center. Pour any remaining marinade (there will be very little) over the onions and mushrooms. Cook undisturbed for 4 to 5 minutes, then combine the chicken and vegetables and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes more. (Reduce the heat to medium if the onions look like they are burning at any point.)
  • Add the remaining 2 teaspoons sherry vinegar, stirring and scraping up anything on the bottom of the skillet. Season to taste with salt.
  • Remove from the heat and top with the parsley and cheese, if using. Serve with bread or pasta.

Tips:

  • Use a well-seasoned claypot. This will help the chicken to brown evenly and prevent it from sticking.
  • Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes. This will help the flavors to penetrate the chicken and make it more tender.
  • Don't overcrowd the claypot. The chicken should be in a single layer so that it can brown properly.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat. This will help to prevent the chicken from burning.
  • Baste the chicken with the sauce regularly. This will help to keep the chicken moist and flavorful.
  • Serve the chicken with steamed rice or noodles. This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Caramelized claypot chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and savory. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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