CHICKEN SAMBAL

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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups basmati rice (or any long-grain white rice)
1 cup chicken broth
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup ponzu sauce or soy sauce
1/4 cup sambal (Asian chili sauce)
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 pound bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts (about 2 breasts), halved crosswise
1 pound bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 4 large thighs)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
1 1/2 cups diced yellow onion (about 1 medium onion)
3 tablespoons minced garlic (3 to 4 cloves)
2 tablespoons minced lemongrass (1 stalk)
1 tablespoon grated galangal (a 1-inch piece) or ginger
One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
Lime wedges, chopped scallions and cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the basmati rice: Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the rice and cook, stirring, until well coated, about 1 minute. Add the chicken broth, 1 1/2 cups water, 1/2 teaspoon salt and some pepper. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and cook until the liquid has been absorbed, about 12 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, for 3 minutes. Stir in the cilantro and season with salt and pepper.
  • For the chicken sambal: Whisk together the ponzu, sambal, brown sugar and fish sauce in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Sprinkle the chicken breasts and thighs liberally with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Heat the coconut oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. In two batches, add the chicken, skin-side down, and sear until golden brown, about 6 minutes; flip and sear on the reverse side, another 2 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the onions, garlic, lemongrass and galangal. Saute until the onions have softened and the garlic, lemongrass and galangal are lightly toasted, 5 minutes. Add the crushed tomatoes and the sambal mixture; bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Return the chicken to the pot, skin-side up, and simmer for 20 minutes to finish cooking through.
  • Serve over the rice, garnished with lime wedges, scallions and cilantro.

ogochukwu okogba
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I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but this dish was still really good. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the flavors were well-balanced.


Gugg Gyjvt
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to add some flavor to a simple dish.


Kevin Raze
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great way to get a delicious and flavorful meal on the table without a lot of fuss.


Dipak kumar Sha
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This dish is a great way to spice up your weeknight dinner routine. It's easy to make and the flavors are incredible.


Ashley Sorgatz
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I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but this dish was still really good. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the flavors were well-balanced.


Boboto Tinka
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to add some flavor to a simple dish.


Hafiz shehroz
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great way to get a delicious and flavorful meal on the table without a lot of fuss.


Teo Ang
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This dish is a great way to spice up your weeknight dinner routine. It's easy to make and the flavors are incredible.


andrea djordjevic
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and the flavors are amazing.


Rohullah Khan
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavors and the chicken was cooked to perfection.


Syed Rahman
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The sambal is also a great way to add some flavor to a simple dish.


Muhammad Nisath
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I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but this dish was still really good. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the flavors were well-balanced.


Nakiwala Allen
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5 stars! This recipe is a keeper. The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the sambal was the perfect accompaniment.


Kim Reimer
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I would definitely make this again. It was easy to follow and the end result was delicious.


Prince Raza
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This dish was easy to make and very tasty. I especially liked the sambal, which was flavorful and not too spicy.


Olwenene Oyintando
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sambal was the perfect balance of spicy and savory.


Mofhenyi Keitumetse
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sambal was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Habaroo Kanoichi
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sambal is spicy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Indonesian food.


Awais Moosiani
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This chicken sambal is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The flavors are bold and flavorful, and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again!