Chicken Confit With Sauce Vierge Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Chicken Confit with Sauce Vierge is a classic French dish that showcases tender and flavorful chicken cooked in its own fat, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth texture. The chicken is then served with a vibrant sauce vierge made with fresh tomatoes, herbs, and lemon juice. This dish is a perfect combination of rich and tangy flavors, making it a standout choice for a special dinner or gathering.

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8hr 30minstotal
6hr Prep
2hr 30minsCook
8hr 30m.total
6hr Prep
2hr 30m.Cook
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Ingredients for Chicken Confit With Sauce Vierge Recipe

  • 1 Chicken Legs
  • As required Salt And Pepper, To Taste
  • 1/2 sprig Thyme
  • 1/2 sprig Rosemary
  • 1 cup Duck Fat
  • 1/2 Tomatoes, Diced
  • 0.06 cup Fresh Basil, Chopped
  • 0.06 cup Fresh Parsley, Chopped
  • 1/2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • as required Fresh Herbs, For Garnish

Directions: Chicken Confit With Sauce Vierge Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and herbs, then let it marinate in the refrigerator overnight.
  • STEP 2.Slowly cook the chicken in duck fat until it becomes tender and falls off the bone.
  • STEP 3.Prepare the sauce vierge by combining diced tomatoes, herbs, lemon juice, and olive oil.
  • STEP 4.Serve the chicken confit with the sauce vierge and garnish with fresh herbs.

Cooking Tips

  • Marinating the chicken overnight allows the flavors to penetrate the meat and enhances its tenderness.
  • Cook the chicken confit on low heat to ensure it cooks evenly and remains tender.
  • Use high-quality duck fat for the confit to achieve the best flavor and texture.

Storage and Serving

  • Leftover chicken confit can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat the chicken confit in a low-temperature oven to maintain its texture and flavor.
  • Serve the chicken confit with crusty bread or roasted potatoes, and a side of fresh salad or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
value
2626
calories per serving
289 g Fat5 g Protein14 g Carbs7 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    289g
  • Protein
    5g
  • Carbs
    14g
  • Fiber
    7g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    14g
  • Protein
    5g
  • Fiber
    7g

Fats

  • Fat
    289g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    258mg
  • Iron
    8mg
  • Vitamin A
    949mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    70mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    37mg
  • Vitamin E
    42mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    74mg
  • Manganese
    4mg
  • Phosphorus
    86mg
  • Selenium
    4mcg
  • Zinc
    1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp