Grilled chicken with hops-suneli

4 servings

80 minutes

Grilled chicken with khmeli-suneli is a fragrant and juicy dish rooted in Caucasian cuisine but firmly established in Russian culinary tradition. Khameli-suneli, a spice mix, gives the meat a deep, spicy flavor with a hint of heat and nutty notes. Careful salting and marinating allow the chicken to absorb all the aromas, making it incredibly tender. Baking at high temperature creates a crispy crust, while greasing at the end adds extra flavor. This dish is perfect for both festive tables and cozy family dinners.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 793.4
• Proteins: 60g
• Fats: 61.5g
• Carbohydrates: 0g

Ingredients

• Chicken: 1 pc
• Sunflower oil: 2 tbsp
• Salt: 3 tbsp
• Khmeli-suneli: to taste
• Water: 1 l

Cooking steps

1. Prepare the chicken by trimming unnecessary parts (skin, neck, etc.).

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken: 1 piece

2. Dissolve 3 tablespoons of salt in one liter of water.

   Required ingredients:

   • Water: 1 l
   • Salt: 3 tablespoons

3. Marinate the chicken for 12 hours, ensuring the brine completely covers it. This step guarantees full seasoning of the meat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken: 1 piece

4. Rub the chicken with spices and let it sit for 2 hours.

   Required ingredients:

   • Khmeli-suneli:  to taste

5. Preheat the oven to 220 degrees.

6. Before baking the chicken, it should be brushed with oil for a great crust.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sunflower oil: 2 tablespoons

7. Cooking time is calculated based on the weight of the carcass: 20 minutes of baking for every 450 grams.

8. Bake for the first 15 minutes at 220 degrees, then at 190 degrees.

9. At the end, you can grease the body with the fat that has formed on the baking tray.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sunflower oil: 2 tablespoons