Russian-style roast chicken

4 servings

30 minutes

Russian-style chicken stew is a traditional dish of Russian cuisine that harmoniously combines the tenderness of chicken meat, the creamy texture of sour cream sauce, and the exquisite sweetness of raisins and nuts. The origins of this dish trace back to Russian villages where stews were cooked in an oven, allowing the ingredients to absorb aromas and flavors. Chicken soaked in sour cream sauce becomes tender and flavorful, while onions, spices, and parsley add zest. Nuts and raisins provide a special note, making the stew slightly sweet. The dish is served directly in a pot that retains heat, making it ideal for cozy family lunches or festive gatherings. Such a stew not only warms the body but also delights the soul with its rich flavor palette.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 896.7
• Proteins: 64.1g
• Fats: 64.9g
• Carbohydrates: 15.1g

Ingredients

• Onion: 2 pc
• Chicken: 1 pc
• Sour cream: 250 g
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Parsley: 30 g
• Raisin: 30 g
• Nuts: 30 g

Cooking steps

1. Prepare all the ingredients.

2. Cut the chicken into pieces.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken: 1 piece

3. Fry until half-cooked.

4. Transfer to pots. Add sautéed onions sliced into half rings and salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 2 pieces
   • Salt:  to taste

5. Pour with sour cream sauce and simmer.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sour cream: 250 g

6. When the chicken is almost ready, add chopped nuts, raisins, and spices.

   Required ingredients:

   • Nuts: 30 g
   • Raisin: 30 g
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

7. Serve in a pot, sprinkled with finely chopped parsley.

   Required ingredients:

   • Parsley: 30 g