Georgian Creamy Garlic Chicken - Shkmeruli

Elena Butuc

Discover the savory delight of the Georgian Creamy Garlic Chicken, famously known as Shkmeruli. A succulent chicken dish immersed in a creamy sauce, this recipe promises a burst of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Perfect for those looking to diversify their culinary repertoire, this dish requires no special ingredients but offers an exotic flair to your everyday chicken. Pair it with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes or rice, or simply enjoy with some fresh bread and a side salad for a complete, scrumptious meal.

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Ingredients

Metric US

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Chicken legs

8 pieces

or thighs, adjust the quantity based on the number of servings needed and the size of your pan

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Heavy cream (32% fat)

500 ml

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Garlic cloves

5 pieces

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Butter

30 g

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Chopped parsley

4 tbsp

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Salt

1 tsp

to taste

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Ground black pepper

0.5 tsp

you can also include your favorite chicken spices

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Sweet paprika

1 tsp

Step by step

Step 1

Season the chicken thighs uniformly with salt, pepper, paprika, and any other preferred spices.

Step 2

In a pan, melt the butter and sear the chicken thighs until they acquire a golden-brown hue on both sides.

Simultaneously, prepare your garlic by finely chopping it.

Georgian Creamy Garlic Chicken - Shkmeruli - Step 2

Step 3

Once the chicken is browned, set it aside. In the same pan, add the finely chopped garlic and stir.

Step 4

After sautéing the garlic for about a minute, introduce the heavy cooking cream and half a glass of water to the pan. Stir well.

Step 5

Upon reaching a boil, immerse the previously seared chicken pieces into the sauce. Ensure they are well-covered.

Allow them to simmer on low heat for 30-40 minutes or until the chicken is tender and thoroughly cooked.

Georgian Creamy Garlic Chicken - Shkmeruli - Step 5

Step 6

Midway through simmering, turn the chicken pieces to ensure even cooking.

Step 7

Check the sauce consistency towards the end of the cooking process. If it appears too runny, increase the heat to reduce and thicken the sauce. Do a taste test for salt and adjust if needed. Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the dish and switch off the heat.

Pair your Shkmeruli with your side of choice and dive into this Georgian delicacy.

Bon appétit!