Chicken Loreli is a comforting Southern classic that blends savory poultry with the natural sweetness of yams and raisins. This one-dish meal is infused with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and thyme, creating a rich, aromatic gravy that coats every bite. The optional splash of rum adds depth, while brown sugar caramelizes slightly for a hint of sweetness. It 226;ÂÂs the perfect hearty dinner for cold evenings or family gatherings, offering a nostalgic taste of home cooking. Simple to assemble yet deeply flavorful, this recipe brings together humble ingredients into a satisfying, soulful dish that everyone will love.
Chicken Loreli
Description
Chicken Loreli is a comforting Southern classic that blends savory poultry with the natural sweetness of yams and raisins. This one-dish meal is infused with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and thyme, creating a rich, aromatic gravy that coats every bite. The optional splash of rum adds depth, while brown sugar caramelizes slightly for a hint of sweetness. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect hearty dinner for cold evenings or family gatherings, offering a nostalgic taste of home cooking. Simple to assemble yet deeply flavorful, this recipe brings together humble ingredients into a satisfying, soulful dish that everyone will love.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177ðC).
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Place the cut-up chicken pieces into a large oven-safe casserole dish or Dutch oven.
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Pour the rum over the chicken and let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb the flavor.
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Sprinkle the thyme evenly over the chicken.
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Add approximately 1/3 cup of water to the bottom of the dish.
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Arrange the yam chunks around the chicken pieces in the dish.
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Sprinkle cinnamon over both the yams and the chicken.
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Scatter the raisins throughout the dish, ensuring they are distributed evenly.
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Sprinkle the ground ginger and brown sugar over everything.
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Cover the dish tightly with a lid or foil and bake for 30 minutes.
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Remove the cover and check the liquid level; add more water if the gravy is not covering the meat.
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Dot the yams with pieces of butter or margarine.
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Re-cover the dish and continue baking for another 30 minutes, or until the yams are tender and the chicken is cooked through.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1103.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 66.3g102%
- Saturated Fat 20.4g102%
- Cholesterol 82.2mg28%
- Sodium 869.5mg37%
- Total Carbohydrate 108.5g37%
- Dietary Fiber 35.5g142%
- Sugars 46.3g
- Protein 29.9g60%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.