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FRANGO ASSADO ESPECIAL RECHEADO COM FAROFA, DOURADINHO E SUCULENTO

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Frango Assado Especial Recheado com Farofa

Cultural Context

Originating from Brazil, Frango Assado Especial is a festive dish often prepared for family gatherings and celebrations. The stuffing of farofa, made from toasted cassava flour, adds a unique texture and flavor that complements the roasted chicken. This dish is a staple in Brazilian cuisine, symbolizing togetherness and joy during special occasions, and has seen various adaptations across different regions of Brazil.

BrazilianBRmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
whole chicken (2 kg)
10 cloves garlic
1 small onion
5 sage leaves
a handful of parsley
stems of green onion
1 tablespoon salt
a pinch of red pepper flakes
butter
farofa

farofa

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bread crumbs

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olive oil

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white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Non-alcoholic wine maintains flavor, while broth is a budget-friendly option.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat, while margarine is a cheaper substitute.

1

Reserve the chicken while preparing the seasoning.

2

In a mini food processor, combine 10 cloves of garlic and 1 small onion to make a paste.

3

Add 5 sage leaves and blend until combined.

4

Add a handful of parsley and the stems of green onion, then blend again.

5

Add 1 tablespoon of salt and a pinch of red pepper flakes to the mixture and blend until smooth.

6

Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated.

7

Let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours for better flavor.

8

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

9

Stuff the chicken with farofa and secure the opening.

10

Place the chicken in a roasting pan and cover with melted butter.

11

Roast in the oven until golden brown and cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingroasting

Equipment Needed

mini food processorroasting pan

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Special Roasted Chicken with Farofa

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