Chicken stewed with olives
6 servings
30 minutes
Chicken stewed with olives is a refined dish of Russian cuisine that combines the rich flavor of chicken meat with aromatic notes of olives, tomatoes, and white wine. Historically, such recipes spread through trade routes connecting Russia with Europe, where Mediterranean ingredients like olives and olive oil became available in Russian cuisine. The dish impresses with its depth of flavor: the chicken is infused with garlic oil, browned, and then simmered in a tomato-wine sauce, acquiring a tender texture. It is best served hot, complemented by fresh herbs and a piece of rye bread. This is a wonderful treat for a cozy family dinner or special occasion, highlighting the balance of softness and spiciness.
1
Cut the chicken into pieces. Blanch the tomatoes, peel them, and chop them finely with olives. Heat olive oil, fry the coarsely chopped garlic in it, and remove it from the oil.
- Chicken: 1 piece
- Tomatoes: 4 pieces
- Black olives: 100 g
- Olive oil: 100 ml
- Garlic: 2 cloves
2
Brown the chicken pieces in this oil. Add tomatoes with olives and simmer, stirring continuously, until the liquid evaporates.
- Chicken: 1 piece
- Tomatoes: 4 pieces
- Black olives: 100 g
3
Transfer to pots, pour in wine, add pepper, cover with lids, and place in the oven to stew.
- Dry white wine: 200 ml
- Ground black pepper: to taste
