Joe Jenne

Garlic Chicken (Chkmeruli)

a Georgian dish

  1. Add a few tablespoons of oil to a casserole or large baking tray and heat in a 220C oven.
  2. Season the chicken pieces and roast in the oil for 20-30 minutes until done, turning midway.
  3. Meanwhile whizz the garlic and walnuts in a food processor (or grind).
  4. When the chicken is done set aside the pieces and add the garlic mix to the pan juices with a cup of water, season and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Return the chicken and coat well with the sauce.
tips * serve with rice cooked with lots of chopped coriander and parsley * you can use a whole roast chicken then torn into pieces after roasting * make sure to cook off the harshness of raw garlic before adding the chicken