Chicken Almendrado

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This is a delicious mexican dish that has a garlic sauce that is thickened with almonds, a definite spanish influence. Adjust the spiciness to your taste.

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Steps

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Brown chicken on all sides in oil in a large pot.

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Add onion , garlic , and serranos to the pot.

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Season chicken with salt and pepper.

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Add stock , then simmer , covered , over low heat , for about 1 hour , or until chicken is tender.

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In a blender or food processor , combine almonds , sliced garlic , and 1 / 2 cup of cooking liquid.

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Process into a coarse paste.

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Remove chicken from pot and add paste to the pot and cook until sauce has reduced and thickened.

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Place chicken on a platter and cover with sauce and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.

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Serve over rice.

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Ingredients

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olive oil, chicken pieces, onion, garlic, serrano chilies, salt, black pepper, chicken stock, almonds, cilantro, steamed rice