Chicken In Garlic Sauce - Pollo Al Ajillo

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  • Total Time 90 min Ico-add
  • Yield 4 Servings
  • Level Easy

Originating in central Spain, this baked variation of chicken in garlic sauce captures the tastes and aromas of the Mediterranean. Serve with salad, french bread and a white wine.
 

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 chicken (2 1/2 to 3 pounds) cut in small serving pieces
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 or 3 strands saffron
  • Juice of 1 lemon
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Directions

  1. 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare a large casserole dish with cooking spray.
  2. 2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the chicken pieces and sear both sides, about four minutes per side.
  3. 3. Transfer the chicken pieces to the prepared casserole dish and sprinkle with salt.
  4. 4. Pour off all but 4 tablespoons of the oil remaining in the skillet. Add the garlic powder, stir in water and bring to a boil. Pour over chicken.
  5. 5. Put two tablespoons of water in a small bowl with two or three strands of saffron. Crush the saffron with the back of a spoon so that the flavor releases into the water. Add the saffron and lemon juice to the casserole.
  6. 6. Cover and bake for about 45 minutes or until the chicken is completely cooked and the meat is tender.