Chicken kelaguen is a traditional Chamorro dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a simple dish to make, and it can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. Chicken kelaguen is made with shredded chicken, coconut milk, lemon juice, onions, and spices. It is typically served with rice or tortillas.
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CHOPPED GRILLED CHICKEN KELAGUEN MANNOK
Steps:
- Combine the soy sauce, vinegar, black pepper and sliced onion in a large bowl. Add the chicken and cover the bowl. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours or up to overnight to marinate.
- Prepare a charcoal grill with natural mesquite charcoal to high heat. Grill the chicken for 10 minutes, then rearrange the pieces to make grill marks and grill 10 more minutes. Flip and cook for a final 10 minutes.
- Arrange the chicken on a sheet pan and cool in the refrigerator, about an hour.
- Chop the chicken into 1/2-inch cubes and place in a large mixing bowl. Add the green onions, diced yellow onion, coconut, chile pepper and lemon juice. Toss to combine. Refrigerate.
- Serve cold.
KELAGUEN CHICKEN
This is a classic recipe from Guam, and one of my favorites. It is wonderful wrapped in a tortilla, or served with crackers. It is also wonderful by itself. I hope you like this as much as my family does!
Provided by JOAN_EIDSON
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Whole Chicken Recipes
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Sprinkle chicken with salt and place pieces on a broiler pan. Broil for about 10 minutes, turn and broil for another 5 minutes or until chicken is cooked, but still moist.
- Bone, and finely chop cooked chicken pieces.
- In a medium bowl combine the chicken, lemon juice, coconut, and hot peppers. Chill for at least one hour and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 815 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Cholesterol 255.4 mg, Fat 58 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 64.3 g, SaturatedFat 20.6 g, Sodium 1987.6 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
CHICKEN KELAGUEN - IN DEPTH
This is a spicy (hot) chicken dish from Guam. This version is more work than my other one, but is richer in flavor, in my opinion. Be careful with the hot peppers! Wear gloves if possible, and wash your hands thoroughly after, not touching your face.
Provided by Lovellama
Time P1DT1h
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix soy sauce with lemon juice. Add finely chopped onion and peppers. Let sit a few days in the refrigerator to let the flavors blend.
- Marinate the chicken in the Finadene sauce overnight. Grill/broil the chicken, basting with the sauce. After it is done, cool the chicken, debone and shred it.
- Open the coconut and discard the liquid inside. Grate the coconut meat. After the coconut is grated, pick it up in your hands and squeeze it over a bowl to collect the milk. Mix the milk with an equal amount of lemon juice and chill.
- Mix the green onions, peppers, and coconut meat to the chicken. Slowly mix the coconut milk and lemon juice into the chicken, stirring well.
- Serve warm on or in pita bread.
ROSE'S CHAMORRO CHICKEN KELAGUEN
A Chamorro favorite, especially at fiestas and barbeques!! Similar to a tangy grilled chicken salad; but with no mayo.
Provided by ChamoritaMomma
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prepare the bbq grill, either gas or charcoal. Lightly salt the split chicken. Grill the chicken until just done; do not overcook! Set aside to cool completely. Debone the chicken and then chop coarsely.
- Combine the rest of the ingredients in a large bowl and mix thoroughly. Adjust lemon juice and salt according to your taste. This can be eaten right away with warm corn tortillas. This dish is typically served as a side dish at chamorro fiestas and barbeques.
- The traditional way adds fresh shredded coconut (NOT the baking kind). I prefer not to add it just for personal taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.2, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 107, Sodium 878.9, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2.2, Protein 25.8
CHICKEN KELAGUEN
Chicken Kelaguen is an island's favorite. If you like spicy food, then you may add more red pepper flakes to your liking.
Provided by Connie "Kiyu" Guerrero
Categories Other Side Dishes
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Cook (BBQ) the chicken on a hot grill until they are completely cooked. Let cooled, then chop them real fine and place in a large salad bowl
- 2. Use a separate small bowl to mix all the other ingredients. Squeeze the lemon juice, then add salt and pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix them all together until they all blend together.
- 3. Add the grated coconut, and mix them well. Add the green onions, cilantro and lemon zest for garnish.
- 4. Add 2-3 tablespoon full of chicken filling in the middle of the tortilla, then fold the sides and roll them into a burrito shape.
- 5. Makes 5-6 servings, depending on the amount of filling for each tortillas.
CHICKEN KELAGUEN - SIMPLE
This is a simpler version of my other Chicken Kelaguen recipe. This particular one is from the VQ-1 Officers' Wives' Club Cookbook circa 1983.
Provided by Lovellama
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 1h10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut chicken up, sprinkle with salt.
- Grill or broil chicken until done.
- Cool and debone chicken, chop finely.
- Place chicken in bowl, mix in lemon and onion.
- Mash peppers with salt and add to chicken.
- Add coconut just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 828.8, Fat 58.1, SaturatedFat 20.6, Cholesterol 255.4, Sodium 536.6, Carbohydrate 9.7, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 4.3, Protein 65
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will ensure that your Chicken Kelaguen has the best flavor.
- Choose a good quality chicken. Free-range or organic chicken is best, as it will be more flavorful and tender.
- Make sure to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes. This will help the chicken to absorb the flavors of the marinade.
- Cook the chicken over medium heat. This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot or pan. This will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the chicken from sticking.
- Serve Chicken Kelaguen with rice or your favorite side dish.
Conclusion:
Chicken Kelaguen is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it can also be made with fresh chicken. The marinade helps to give the chicken a lot of flavor, and the cooking method ensures that it is tender and juicy. Whether you are serving it as an appetizer or a main course, Chicken Kelaguen is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to cook chicken, give Chicken Kelaguen a try. You won't be disappointed!
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