Homemade Chicken Salami Recipe

 Ingredients:

• 2 lbs (900g) ground chicken (preferably thigh meat for better flavor)
• 1/4 cup crushed ice or ice water
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander (optional)
• Sausage casings (or you can roll the mixture into parchment paper for a non-casing version)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the chicken mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, crushed ice or ice water, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, and any optional spices you like. Use your hands to mix everything together until the mixture is smooth and the spices are well distributed. If the mixture feels too thick, you can add a little more ice water.

2. Stuff the sausage casings: If you're using casings, rinse them well under cold water. Stuff the chicken mixture into the casings, being careful not to pack it too tightly. Twist the ends to seal. If you're not using casings, you can roll the mixture into a log using parchment paper.

3. Cook the salami: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and gently place the stuffed casings or rolled chicken mixture into the pot. Simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, turning occasionally, until the internal temperature of the salami reaches 165°F (74°C).

4. Cool the salami: Remove the salami from the water and let it cool to room temperature. If you want to give it a crispier exterior, heat olive oil in a skillet and fry the salami on all sides for a couple of minutes until golden.

5. Slice and serve: Slice the chicken salami into thin slices and enjoy as a sandwich, with crackers, or as part of a charcuterie board.

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Nutritional Information (approx. per serving, based on 10 servings):

• Calories: 120 kcal
• Protein: 18g
• Fat: 5g
• Carbohydrates: 1g
• Fiber: 0g
• Sodium: 700mg (may vary depending on salt used)

Servings: 10-12