Cold chicken with olives and lemon
4 servings
20 minutes
Cold chicken with olives and lemon is an elegant dish of European cuisine that brings freshness and depth of flavor. Its roots can be traced to Mediterranean traditions where citrus, olive oil, and spices enhance the meat's taste. Roasted chicken shredded into tender strands pairs with tangy olives, refreshing lemon slices, and aromatic basil. Hand-made mayonnaise adds creaminess and harmony. This dish is perfect for a summer dinner or picnic; it can be served as a standalone treat or alongside fresh bread and light wine. The vibrant combination of sour, salty, and rich flavors makes it an unforgettable gastronomic experience.
1
The part of the olives — preferably of different colors — should be pitted and finely chopped.
- Olive: 100 g
2
In a deep bowl, whisk the egg yolks with a pinch of salt, then add olive oil in a thin stream to create mayonnaise. Squeeze in some lemon juice and mix in finely chopped olives, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Egg yolk: 2 pieces
- Olive oil: 150 ml
- Olive: 100 g
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
3
Shred the chicken meat, mix it with the zest of 2 lemons, lemon slices, remaining olives, and mayonnaise. Add salt and pepper. If you have herbs, they will also work, especially basil.
- Baked chicken meat: 400 g
- Lemon: 2 pieces
- Olive: 100 g
- Olive oil: 150 ml
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Green basil: to taste