Chicken Galantina Recipe

Chicken Galantina Recipe

Contents

• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Tips and Notes

Chicken Galantina is a Filipino holiday dish made by deboning a whole chicken and stuffing it with a flavorful mixture of ground pork, sausages, hard-boiled eggs, vegetables, and spices. This festive dish is traditionally served during Christmas and can be enjoyed either cold or warm, often paired with rice or bread.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours
Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken (deboned)
• 1 lb ground pork
• 4 pieces Chinese sausage
• 3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 2 hard-boiled eggs
• 3/4 cup minced ham
• 3/4 cup chopped Vienna sausage
• 1/2 cup minced yellow onion
• 1/2 cup minced carrot
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 5 tablespoons breadcrumbs
• 3/4 cup soy sauce
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Combine ground pork, ham, Vienna sausage, bell pepper, carrot, onion, raisins, sweet pickle relish, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Mix well.
2. Add breadcrumbs to the mixture and continue mixing. Set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, combine soy sauce and lemon juice. Marinate the deboned chicken in this mixture for 30 minutes.
4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and stuff it with half of the meat and vegetable mixture.
5. Arrange the hard-boiled eggs and Chinese sausage inside the chicken, then add the remaining stuffing mixture.
6. Secure the chicken by wrapping it in cheesecloth and tying both ends with kitchen twine.
7. Boil 1 to 1.5 quarts of water in a steamer. Steam the chicken for 90 minutes.
8. Let the chicken cool, then refrigerate for 3 to 6 hours.
9. Slice into serving pieces and serve either cold or warm.

Tips and Notes

• Deboning the chicken can be tricky; watch tutorials or ask your butcher for assistance.
• You can bake the chicken instead of steaming for a crispier skin. Brush with butter before baking.
• Chicken Galantina is often served with gravy made from roasted vegetables and chicken drippings.

FAQ

What is the difference between Chicken Galantina and Chicken Relleno?
Chicken Galantina and Chicken Relleno are essentially the same dish, with Galantina being the Filipino adaptation of the Spanish Relleno. Both involve deboning and stuffing a chicken, though ingredients may vary slightly.

Can I use other meats for the stuffing?
Yes, you can substitute ground pork with ground chicken or beef, or even add other meats like bacon or chorizo for extra flavor.

How long does Chicken Galantina last in the fridge?
When stored properly, Chicken Galantina can last up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator. Ensure it is tightly wrapped or stored in an airtight container.

Related guides

• Arroz Caldo
• Filipino-Style Buttered Chicken
• The Complete Guide to Filipino Chicken Adobo
• Chicken Afritada: A Complete Guide to the Classic Filipino Tomato Stew
• Filipino Chicken Curry: A Creamy, Mild Coconut-Based Stew

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