CHICKEN WITH CLAMS
This is a dish inspired by the classic Portuguese pork with clams (usually called รก alentejana, because it's from Alentejo), a magnificent expression of surf and turf, with the brininess of the clams almost overwhelmingly flavoring the pork. Here, it's done with chicken, which is more reliably tender (good pork is harder to find than good chicken) and marries with the clam juice equally well. It can also be made in a kind of Chinese style, by adding not only ginger to the garlic but also sesame oil and soy sauce.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, easy, main course
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large, deep skillet or broad pot that can later be covered. When the oil is hot, season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, and add them to the oil. Regulate the heat so that the meat browns evenly, turning as needed. (Drumsticks have 4 sides, really; thighs only 2, so timing is variable.) When the chicken is well browned, it will be almost done.
- Add the garlic and ginger and cook for a minute, just until they soften a bit. Add the clams and sprinkle them with the scallion whites and the cilantro stems. Cover and cook until all the clams open, about 10 minutes; they will generate a good deal of liquid.
- Remove the top and cook that liquid down as desired. (Perhaps not at all, perhaps until syrupy - your call.) Serve over rice, or with crispy potatoes or bread, sprinkled with the scallion greens and cilantro leaves.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 527, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 59 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 881 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
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Mamunatu Kamara
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken and clams.
Abel Kalebenta
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are always delicious.
Rahat Farhat
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the clams were cooked perfectly.
komal kalam
[email protected]This dish is a seafood lover's dream! The chicken and clams are cooked to perfection, and the sauce is full of flavor.
Shane Boucher
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the combination of chicken and clams, and the sauce was delicious.
Farm Fun
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken and clams cook quickly, and the sauce is simple to make.
Shoaib Alizai
[email protected]I love this recipe! The chicken is so tender and juicy, and the clams are cooked perfectly. The sauce is also delicious, with a nice balance of flavors.
mobin Shawon
[email protected]I wasn't sure how the chicken and clams would go together, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors were amazing and the dish was so easy to make.
Antwi Comfort
[email protected]This dish is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can throw it all in one pot and it's ready in about 30 minutes.
Sk RASEL
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the clams were tender and briny. The sauce was also delicious, with a perfect balance of flavors.
Afaqumair Khan
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the clams were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Ashen Liyanage
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the results are always delicious.
md sujon hossen
[email protected]This chicken and clams dish was a hit! The flavors of the chicken, clams, and sauce were perfectly balanced. I especially loved the addition of white wine and lemon juice, which gave the dish a bright and refreshing flavor.