Russian-style roast

4 servings

75 minutes

Russian stew is a hearty and comforting dish that reflects the richness of traditional Russian cuisine. Its roots trace back to village lunches where stewed meat with vegetables filled homes with warmth and coziness. Tender chicken fillet infused with the aroma of khmeli-suneli harmoniously combines with potatoes, carrots, sweet peppers, and tomatoes to create a rich and deep flavor. Cream and butter add tenderness and softness, making each spoonful truly comforting. The stew is perfect for family meals and can be served with fresh herbs and homemade bread, complemented by a light salad or pickles. It warms the heart, comforts the soul, and transports you to the atmosphere of Russian home cooking where food is not just sustenance but an art of care and hospitality.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 664.8
• Proteins: 75.9g
• Fats: 22.6g
• Carbohydrates: 36.7g

Ingredients

• Potato: 4 pc
• Sweet pepper: 1 pc
• Chicken fillet: 6 pc
• Tomatoes: 3 pc
• Onion: 2 head
• Carrot: 2 pc
• Green onions: 1 bunch
• Dill: 1 bunch
• Cream: 8 tbsp
• Butter: 60 g
• Salt: to taste
• Khmeli-suneli: 1 tbsp
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Cut the chicken fillet into small pieces. Season the meat with salt, pepper, and sprinkle with khmeli-suneli, then mix. Let it rest.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken fillet: 6 pieces
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Khmeli-suneli: 1 tablespoon

2. Peel the tomatoes, remove the seeds from the pepper, clean the carrot, onion, and potato, wash and dry the greens.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 3 pieces
   • Sweet pepper: 1 piece
   • Carrot: 2 pieces
   • Onion: 2 heads
   • Potato: 4 pieces
   • Green onions: 1 bunch
   • Dill: 1 bunch

3. Cut the vegetables and greens into cubes (0.5x0.5 cm).

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 4 pieces
   • Sweet pepper: 1 piece
   • Tomatoes: 3 pieces
   • Onion: 2 heads
   • Carrot: 2 pieces
   • Green onions: 1 bunch
   • Dill: 1 bunch

4. Add vegetables to the meat, mix the mixture. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken fillet: 6 pieces
   • Tomatoes: 3 pieces
   • Sweet pepper: 1 piece
   • Carrot: 2 pieces
   • Onion: 2 heads
   • Potato: 4 pieces
   • Green onions: 1 bunch
   • Dill: 1 bunch

5. Place the mixture in a deep skillet or baking tray with heated butter, pour in cream, and add a little water (I always add boiled water).

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 60 g
   • Cream: 8 tablespoons

6. Stir occasionally and simmer for 35-40 minutes on low heat. If cooking in the oven, set to bottom heat at 190 degrees for 20-30 minutes (but then you need to add more water to prevent the dish from drying out!).

   Required ingredients:

   • Cream: 8 tablespoons