Georgian Shkmeruli with Creamy Garlic Sauce and Chicken

Name: Georgian Shkmeruli with Creamy Garlic Sauce and Chicken
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Chicken Thighs; Garlic; Olive Oil; Ground Coriander; Salt and Pepper; Heavy Cream; Garlic; Unsalted Butter; Flour; Salt and Pepper; Fresh Parsley

A Delightful Georgian Chicken Dish in a Creamy Garlic Sauce

Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of Georgia with this succulent chicken dish immersed in a decadently creamy garlic sauce.

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade

Chicken Thighs

4 large, bone-in and skin-on

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Olive Oil

1 tablespoon

Ground Coriander

1 teaspoon

Salt and Pepper

To taste

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce

Heavy Cream

1 cup

Garlic

5 cloves, thinly sliced

Unsalted Butter

1 tablespoon

Flour

1 teaspoon

Salt and Pepper

To taste

For the Garnish

Fresh Parsley

Chopped

Preparation

Marinating the Chicken

Combine Marinade Ingredients

In a bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, ground coriander, salt, and pepper.

Apply Marinade

Rub the mixture generously over the chicken thighs.

Chill Chicken

Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

Marinate the chicken overnight for an even richer flavor.

Preparing the Sauce

Melt Butter

In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Sauté Garlic

Add garlic slices and sauté until golden brown and fragrant.

Do not let the garlic burn, as it can turn bitter.

Finish Sauce

Stir in the flour, then gradually add the heavy cream while whisking to avoid lumps.

Always stir the sauce to maintain a smooth consistency.

Cooking Process

Brown the Chicken

Sear the marinated chicken thighs in a preheated pan until the skin is golden brown.

Bake the Chicken

Transfer browned thighs to a baking dish and bake in a 375°F (190°C) oven for 30 minutes.

Assemble and Bake

Pour the prepared creamy garlic sauce over the cooked chicken and bake for an additional 10 minutes.

Plating & Serving