Best 2 Portuguese Chicken Sausage Recipes

Portuguese chicken sausage, also known as linguiça or chouriço, is a flavorful and versatile meat product that can be used in a variety of dishes. Whether you prefer a spicy or mild sausage, there is sure to be a Portuguese chicken sausage that will suit your taste. With its distinctive smoky flavor and slightly spicy kick, Portuguese chicken sausage is a perfect addition to stews, soups, and cassoulets. It can also be grilled, fried, or roasted, and makes a great filling for sandwiches and wraps. No matter how you choose to cook it, Portuguese chicken sausage is sure to pack a flavorful punch. Read on for some of the best recipes to help you create delicious dishes featuring this unique and tasty sausage.

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PORTUGUESE CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE

Portuguese Chicken and Sausage image

Recipe from Rachael Ray. You can use leftover boneless, skinless chicken breasts for this recipe (or poach some beforehand). All you need is a nice salad to complete this meal. Oh, and maybe a nice wine. :)

Provided by LifeIsGood

Categories Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

4 potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters (such as russets)
4 carrots, peeled and cut into large pieces on an angle
3 celery ribs, cut into large pieces on an angle
1 large onion, cut into large chunks
1 cup dry white wine
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups chicken broth
3/4 lb chorizo sausage, Spanish-style, cut into 1 1/2 inch slices on an angle
1 cup tomato sauce
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced on an angle into 1 inch strips (poached or cooked already)
1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped
crusty Portuguese bread or other chewy farm bread, for passing at the table

Steps:

Place potatoes, carrots, celery and onion in a pot. Add wine, sugar, salt, oil and chicken broth. cover the pot and bring to a boil. reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
While the veggies cook, brown the chorizo in a nonstick skillet over med-high heat.
Uncover the veggies and add in the chorizo and the tomato sauce. Set cooked chicken into the pot and heat through for 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste. ladle the Portuguese Chicken into shallow bowls, garnish with parsley and serve with the crusty bread for dipping.

PORTUGUESE CHICKEN & SAUSAGE

Portuguese Chicken & Sausage image

This is a recipe originally by Rachael Ray as "Portuguese Chicken and Chorizo" in her book "30 Minute Meals 2". I'll be using this with my OAMC and will update it once tried/tested.

Provided by Blessed Bliss

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters
4 carrots, peeled and cut into pieces
3 celery ribs, cut into pieces
1 large onion, cut into chunks or rings
1 cup dry white wine or 1 cup chicken broth
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 cups chicken broth
3/4 lb sausage, cut into slices (can use chorizo, andouille, or smoked sausages)
1 cup tomato sauce
4 pieces chicken, poached and sliced into 1 inch strips
1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, shopped

Steps:

Place potatoes, carrots, celery and onion in a pot. Pour in wine, add sugar, salt, and oil. Add 2 cups of chicken broth. Cover pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.
While vegetables cook, brown chorizo in a small nonstick skillet over medium high heat.
If your leftover chicken was frozen, defrost in microwave. If the leftovers were refrigerated, continue with recipe method as below.
Remove the cover from the vegetables and add chorizo to the vegetables. Stir in tomato sauce. Set cooked chicken into the pot and heat through, 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning. Ladle Portuguese Chicken into shallow bowls and garnish with parsley. Serve with crusty bread for dipping.

Tips:

For the best flavor, use high-quality Portuguese chicken sausage. Look for sausage that is made with fresh, natural ingredients and has a good balance of spices.
If you can't find Portuguese chicken sausage, you can substitute another type of sausage, such as chorizo or kielbasa. Just be sure to adjust the seasonings accordingly.
Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the sausage. This will prevent it from cooking evenly.
If you're using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before using. This will help prevent them from burning.
Serve the Portuguese chicken sausage with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or salad.

Conclusion:

Portuguese chicken sausage is a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's perfect for grilling, roasting, or frying. And it's a great addition to soups, stews, and casseroles. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook with chicken sausage, give Portuguese chicken sausage a try. You won't be disappointed.