Best 2 Jellied Chicken Loaf Recipes

Jellied chicken loaf is a classic dish that has been enjoyed for generations. This savory dish is made with chicken, celery, carrots, onions, and a variety of spices, all suspended in a gelatinous broth. It's a versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. This article provides three different recipes for jellied chicken loaf: a classic recipe, a low-carb recipe, and a vegetarian recipe. Each recipe includes detailed instructions and helpful tips to ensure a delicious and successful dish. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, you're sure to find a recipe in this article that you'll love.

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JELLIED CHICKEN LOAF

Jellied Chicken Loaf image

Make and share this Jellied Chicken Loaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by azleh

Categories Chicken

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 broiler-fryer chicken (about 2 1/2 pounds)
3 celery leaves
1 small onion, sliced
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground ginger
8 peppercorns
2 cups water (for chicken)
1 (8 ounce) envelope unflavored gelatin
1/4 cup cold water (for gelatin)
1/4 cup mayonnaise or 1/4 cup salad dressing
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/2 cup celery
2 tablespoons walnuts

Steps:

1. Place chicken, celery leaves, onion, salt. ginger, peppercorns and the 2 cups water in a large saucepan; cover. Heat to boiling, then simmer 1 hour or until chicken is tender.
2. Remove from broth; cool while fixing gelatin mixture. Strain broth into a 2-cup measure; add water, if needed, to make 2 cups; return to same saucepan.
3. Soften gelatin in the 1/4 cup cold water in a 1-cup measure; stir into broth. Heat, stirring constantly, just until gelatin dissolves; stir in mayonnaise or salad dressing and soy sauce.
4. Pour into a 6-cup bowl or mold; chill until as thick as unbeaten egg white.
5. While gelatin mixture chills, remove chicken from bones; chop meat very fine. (There should be about 2 1/4 cups.) Stir into chilled gelatin mixture with celery and walnuts. Chill several hours, or until firm.
6. Just before serving, run a sharp-tip, thin-blade knife around top of bowl or mold, then dip bowl very quickly in and out of a pan of hot water. Invert onto serving plate; carefully lift off bowl. Garnish with crisp lettuce and sliced tomatoes, and serve with crusty French bread or toasted hard rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.5, Fat 28, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 117.5, Sodium 1148.6, Carbohydrate 4.5, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.4, Protein 61.4

JELLIED CHICKEN AND CORIANDER "TERRINE"

Jellied Chicken and Coriander

Terrines - molded preparations of meat, fish, or vegetables - are wonderfully rich and dense. This chicken variation, with a fraction of the calories and fat of a traditional terrine, draws its structure and moistness from aspic and its lively seasonings from China. To accompany it, try Japanese soba noodles - their springy texture contrasts with the terrine's smooth gel and tender chicken - and fast-cooked snow peas , for crunch.

Categories Chicken Ginger Herb Appetizer Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

3 cups chicken broth, fat skimmed
1/2 cup medium-dry Sherry
2 teaspoons soy sauce
a 1 1/2-inch piece fresh gingerroot, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
6 scallions, each cut crosswise into thirds and flattened with flat side of a large knife
1 1/2 tablespoons star anise pieces*, crushed lightly
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound skinless boneless chicken breasts (about 3 breast halves)
about 3/4 cup cold water
1 envelope plus 1 1/2 teaspoons (about 4 1/2 teaspoons total) unflavored gelatin
1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves, washed well and spun dry
For sauce
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
4 teaspoons rice vinegar (not seasoned)
Accompaniment: 1/4 cup drained pickled ginger*
*available at Asian markets and some specialty foods shops

Steps:

In a 3-quart saucepan simmer broth, Sherry, soy sauce, gingerroot, scallions, star anise, and salt, covered, 25 minutes. Add chicken and cook at a bare simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes. Cool chicken in liquid, uncovered, 1 hour.
Transfer chicken to a bowl, reserving cooking liquid, and tear into thin shreds. Chill chicken, covered, while making aspic.
Pour reserved cooking liquid through a fine sieve lined with a dampened paper towel into a bowl. Measure liquid and add enough cold water (about 1/2 cup) to measure 3 cups total. Return liquid to cleaned pan.
In a small bowl sprinkle gelatin over 1/4 cup cold water to soften. Stir gelatin mixture into cooking liquid and heat over moderate heat, stirring, until gelatin is dissolved (do not boil).
Toss chicken with coriander and arrange evenly in a 2-quart terrine or loaf pan. Pour aspic slowly over chicken mixture. Chill terrine, covered, until firm, at least 6 hours, and up to 2 days.
Make sauce:
In a small bowl stir together hoisin sauce and vinegar until smooth.
Run a thin knife around edge of terrine and dip terrine or pan into a larger pan of hot water 10 seconds to loosen. Invert terrine onto a platter and serve with sauce and pickled ginger. Terrine will be quite fragile: If slicing, use an electric knife; otherwise, serve with a spoon.

Tips:

Make sure to use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
If you don't have a loaf pan, you can use a 9x13 inch baking dish.
To make the chicken loaf ahead of time, cook it and let it cool completely. Then, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
When ready to serve, unwrap the chicken loaf and let it come to room temperature for 30 minutes before slicing.
Serve the chicken loaf with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Jellied chicken loaf is a classic dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a little creativity, you can create a jellied chicken loaf that is both delicious and visually appealing.