Spanish Garlic Chicken in Olive Oil (Pollo al Ajillo)
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Gambas al Ajillo: A Spanish Garlic Shrimp Favorite
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Gambas al ajillo is a classic Spanish dish made by sizzling shrimp and minced garlic in plenty of olive oil.
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It’s a popular choice for wine nights, appetizers, and easy weeknight dinners.
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You can dip crusty bread into the fragrant garlic oil, or toss in some cooked pasta to turn it into a satisfying meal. 🙂
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One of the best things about this dish is how easy it is to make, even if you’re new to cooking. It’s perfect for a quick solo meal or a simple dinner at home.
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But have you ever tried replacing the shrimp with chicken?
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This Spanish-inspired garlic chicken dish is known as pollo al ajillo, or Spanish garlic chicken.
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The chicken soaks up all that wonderful garlic-infused olive oil, and a little chicken stock adds extra depth and savory flavor.
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Add cooked pasta, and you can turn it into a delicious garlic oil pasta dish, too.
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Tonight, why not make this simple yet elegant Spanish-style garlic chicken for dinner?
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It’s an easy way to make an ordinary meal feel special.
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▶︎ [Youtube] Full Recipe Video
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Spanish Garlic Chicken in Olive Oil (Pollo al Ajillo)
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Ingredients
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- 2 chicken breasts (or chicken tenderloins or boneless, skinless chicken thighs)
- Olive oil, enough to generously coat the pan
- 1 onion
- 10 garlic cloves
- Pasta of your choice
- 2 tbsp chicken stock concentrate or chicken bouillon
- 1 tbsp salt
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Instructions
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1. Roughly chop the onion and garlic.
Cut them into fairly large pieces to give the dish plenty of texture and flavor.
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2. Heat a generous amount of olive oil in a pan. Add the onion and garlic and sauté.
Add 1 tablespoon of salt and cook until the onion begins to soften and the garlic becomes fragrant.
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3. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
If using frozen chicken, thaw it in the refrigerator ahead of time or use a safe, quick-thawing method before cooking.
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4. Once the garlic becomes fragrant, add the chicken and cook thoroughly.
Stir occasionally so the chicken cooks evenly and absorbs the flavor of the garlic-infused oil.
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5. Add the chicken stock concentrate or bouillon.
This adds a deeper, savory flavor to the chicken and the olive oil sauce.
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6. Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a separate pot according to the package instructions.
Drain the pasta once it reaches your preferred texture.
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7. Transfer the cooked pasta to a serving plate. Top with the garlic chicken and plenty of the fragrant olive oil.
Toss the pasta with the oil if you prefer every bite to be coated in that rich garlic flavor.
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8. Finish with a sprinkle of parsley or grated cheese.
This final touch adds extra flavor and makes the dish look even more inviting.
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A delicious dinner, made simply after a long day at work.
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You’ve worked hard today. Treat yourself to a comforting meal and a beautiful dinner table. 🧡
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▶︎ [Reference] See the detailed recipe on Naver Blog
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