Crispy chicken on salt with garlic-sour cream sauce

4 servings

75 minutes

Crispy salt-roasted chicken is a simple yet exquisite dish of Russian cuisine, captivating with its golden crust and rich herbal aroma. The tradition of roasting on salt has roots in ancient village recipes where salt served as an ideal heat conductor for even cooking. Bay leaves and rosemary infuse the meat with subtle spicy notes, while the garlic-sour cream sauce adds tenderness and depth to the flavor, creating a perfect pairing with the crispy skin. Chicken prepared this way is great for both festive gatherings and cozy family dinners. It can be garnished with a light salad or roasted vegetables to highlight its magnificent taste. This dish combines the simplicity of ingredients with a rich and intense flavor.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 923.6
• Proteins: 63.4g
• Fats: 70.7g
• Carbohydrates: 10g

Ingredients

• Chicken: 1 pc
• Salt: 1 kg
• Bay leaf: 4 pc
• Fresh rosemary: 3 sprig
• Olive oil: 2 tbsp
• Seasoning for chicken: 1 tbsp
• Sour cream: 200 g
• Garlic: 2 pc
• Smoked paprika: 0.5 tsp
• Ground black pepper: 0.5 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Sprinkle salt in the baking dish, add bay leaf and rosemary on top, lightly dusting.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt: 1 kg
   • Bay leaf: 4 pieces
   • Fresh rosemary: 3 sprigs

2. Grease the chicken with olive oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons

3. Rub with poultry seasoning.

   Required ingredients:

   • Seasoning for chicken: 1 tablespoon

4. Send the chicken to the oven preheated to 180 degrees.

5. Take out the bird after 1 hour and 10 minutes.

6. Press garlic into the sour cream.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sour cream: 200 g
   • Garlic: 2 pieces

7. Add salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika to the sauce.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt: 1 kg
   • Smoked paprika: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Ground black pepper: 0.5 teaspoon

8. Mix thoroughly.