POLLO EN ESCABECHE - URUGUAYAN MARINATED CHICKEN

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Here is an authentic Uruguayan recipe for marinated chicken. It is simple to make & absolutely delicious. This recipe uses 2 whole chickens - approx weighing 3lbs each - you can use 6lbs of chicken pieces if you prefere. In the recipe I have stated apple vinegar but you can use your own preference. Time to make doesn't include the cooling & chilling time. Posted for ZWT 4.

Provided by Um Safia

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (3 lb) whole chickens, cut into serving pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 carrots, sliced
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 large onions, sliced
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon marjoram
18 whole black peppercorns
salt, to taste
3 cups apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 cups olive oil

Steps:

  • Brown the chicken in the 2 tablespoons olive oil in a heavy skillet over high heat.
  • Place the chicken pieces in a large saucepan or casserole and add the carrots, onions, garlic and spices.
  • Add the vinegar and oil and simmer over low heat for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until the chicken is done.
  • Remove from the heat and allow to come to room temperature. Chill well in the refrigerator - at least 5 hours but best overnight - and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 911.4, Fat 78.8, SaturatedFat 16, Cholesterol 160.4, Sodium 177.2, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 3.4, Protein 38.4

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