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European Chicken Dishes

European Chicken Dishes

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Coq au vin

Burgundy, France
4.1
Most iconic: Chez René (Paris, France)

This classic peasant stew hails from the French region of Burgundy. This dish is the perfect showcase for the harmonious coexistence of its two main ingredients – coq, or rooster, and vin, or wine, in this case a bold, rust... READ MORE

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Chicken paprikash (Paprikás csirke)

Hungary
4.3
Most iconic: Pest-Buda Bistro (Budapest, Hungary)

Hungarian chicken paprikás originated as a rustic stew that was cooked in a large cauldron over an open fire. It is traditionally prepared with chicken thighs and legs that are braised alongside onions and cooked in a thick, paprika-flavore... READ MORE

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Pollo al ajillo

Andalusia, Spain
4.4
Most iconic: Restaurante Otelo (Adeje, Spain)

This simple Spanish dish known as pollo al ajillo consists of chicken pieces drenched in garlic sauce. The sauce is usually made with white wine, stock, garlic, and herbs such as bay leaves, thyme, and rosemary. It can be consumed as the main cour... READ MORE

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Wiesn Hendl

Bavaria, Germany
4.2
Most iconic: Der Steirer (Graz, Austria)

Wiesn Hendl is the Bavarian roasted chicken, traditionally seasoned only with salt and sometimes parsley, then grilled and sold as half a chicken or whole chicken. During the roasting process, the chicken is often doused with melted butter. It can... READ MORE

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Chicken Kyiv (Kotleta po Kyivsky)

Ukraine
4.4
Most iconic: Puzata Hata (Kyiv, Ukraine)

Chicken Kyiv consists of a boned, flattened chicken breast that is rolled around chilled herb butter, breaded, and then fried. Although the dish is very popular, no one knows where it came from or how it got its name, and there are numerous contra... READ MORE

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Chicken Tikka Masala

United Kingdom
4.4
Most iconic: Punjab Restaurant (Westminster, England)

Chicken tikka masala is a British dish influeneced by Indian cuisine, consisting of marinated, tandoor-cooked chicken pieces that are served in a spiced tomato-cream sauce. The origins are still debated – some claim that it was invented in G... READ MORE

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Frango assado com piri piri

Algarve, Portugal
4.4
Most iconic: Restaurante Bonjardim (Lisbon, Portugal)

Frango assado com piri piri, which is often simply referred to as frango assado (roasted chicken), is a Portuguese dish with vague origins. It is usually made with a whole butterflied chicken that can be marinated in a combination of olive oil, se... READ MORE

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Pozharsky cutlet (Pozharskaya kotleta)

Russia
4.2
Most iconic: Oniks (Torzhok, Russia)

Pozharsky cutlet is a traditional dish originating from the 19th century. It is named after prince Pozharsky, who was having important guests for dinner at the time. As there was no veal, his guests' favorite, the prince ordered the chefs to make ... READ MORE

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Coronation chicken

England
3.6
Most iconic: Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon (Westminster, England)

Coronation chicken is an Indian-style poultry-based dish originating from England. It's usually made with a combination of cooked chicken cut into pieces, mayonnaise, tomato paste, curry powder, onions, chicken stock, lemon juice, yogurt, dried ap... READ MORE

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French roast chicken (Poulet rôti)

France
4.2

Poulet rôti is a classic French dish that translates to "roast chicken." The preparation involves seasoning a whole chicken with herbs, garlic, and butter before roasting it to perfection. The result is a flavorful, golden-brown chicken with... READ MORE

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Chicken tabaka (Tsitsila tabaka)

Georgia
4.4

Chicken tabaka is a popular Georgian dish consisting of a chicken that is fried in a special way in a traditional pan called tapa. One should flatten the chicken on a pan by pressing it down with a weight. When it is properly prepared, th... READ MORE

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Arroz con pollo

Spain
3.9
Most iconic: Venta El Soldao (Los Badalejos, Spain)

Arroz con pollo is a dish originating from the times when Spain was under the Moorish influence, consisting of chicken, rice, stock, beer, sofrito, and numerous spices such as saffron, cumin, and coriander. It is believed that over the years, arro... READ MORE

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Waterzooi

Ghent, Belgium
3.8
Most iconic: 't Klokhuys (Ghent, Belgium)

Waterzooi is a traditional seafood stew with a creamy consistency. It incorporates julienne-sliced vegetables, an egg, and a cream-based soup. The dish originated in the city of Ghent, and according to the most popular belief, the rivers around th... READ MORE

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Backhendl

Vienna, Austria
4.2
Most iconic: Der Steirer (Graz, Austria)

The Viennese version of fried-chicken initially appeared in the 18th century and was especially esteemed during the Biedermeier period. The dish consists of a whole chicken, preferably smaller in size, which is generously rubbed with spices and le... READ MORE

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Parmo

Middlesbrough, England
3.9
Most iconic: Cafe Central Park (Middlesbrough, England)

Parmo is a popular British dish consisting of a chicken cutlet that is deep-fried in breadcrumbs, covered in creamy sauce, and topped with anything from cheese and bacon to pepperoni and garlic sauce. The dish is traditionally served with a large ... READ MORE

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Basque-style chicken (Poulet basquaise)

Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France
3.6
Most iconic: Chez Gladines (Paris, France)

Simple, yet bursting with typical French and Mediterranean flavors, poulet basquaise is one of the most famous French stews. Translated as Basque-style chicken, the dish incorporates authentic French ingredients and traditional French coo... READ MORE

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Skhmeruli

შქმერი (Shkmeri), Georgia
4.2
Most iconic: Sofia Melnikova's Fantastic Douqan (Tbilisi, Georgia)

Shkmeruli or chkmeruli is a traditional chicken dish originating from Georgia. A whole chicken is typically butterflied, browned on both sides, and roasted for about half an hour until fully cooked. The garlic is minced, mixed with butter, milk, a... READ MORE

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Chakhokhbili

Georgia
4.2

Chakhokhbili is a traditional stew made with a whole chicken that is cut into pieces and combined with onions, tomatoes, vinegar, garlic, and spices such as coriander, parsley, hot green peppers, and bay leaves. The stew has a thick consistency an... READ MORE

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Kuře na paprice

Czech Republic
3.8

Kuře na paprice is a Czech interpretation of the famous Hungarian chicken paprikash. The dish consists of braised chicken pieces doused in a creamy sauce that is generously spiced with Hungarian sweet paprika. Like the original dish, the ... READ MORE

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Kotopoulo me ryzi

Greece
4.2

Translated as chicken with rice, this simple Greek dish employs two simple ingredients and transforms them into a true comfort dish. It can be prepared stove top, as a one pot dish, but it is also commonly assembled as baked pilaf. Kotopoulo can e... READ MORE

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Kotlet z piersi kurczaka

Poland
4.1

Kotlet z piersi kurczaka is a Polish fried chicken breast cutlet, crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. The secret lies in pounding the chicken breast until it becomes very thin, which allows the meat to cook faster and to retain the mois... READ MORE

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Pollo alla cacciatora

Italy
4.0

Though many Italian regions claim their invention of the chicken cacciatora, the true place of its origin is hard to trace. This rustic dish is popular throughout the country and comes in numerous regional varieties. What all of them have in commo... READ MORE

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Coq au Riesling

Alsace, France
3.9
Most iconic: Chez Yvonne (Strasbourg, France)

An Alsatian version of the classic coq au vin, known as coq au Riesling is a dish consisting of chicken, mushrooms, onion, lardons, and dry Riesling wine from Alsace, recognized as one of the best wines in the world. It is said t... READ MORE

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Pollo alla Marengo

Spinetta Marengo, Italy
n/a

Often regarded as a French dish, chicken Marengo is believed to have been created in honor of Napoleon's victory at the battle of Marengo, Italy in June 1800. According to one of the legends, after the battle, in one of the local country taverns i... READ MORE

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Poulet chasseur

France
3.6

Poulet chasseur (lit. Hunter's chicken) is a traditional chicken dish originating from France. The dish is usually made with a combination of chicken, shallots, mushrooms, garlic, butter, salt, pepper, oil, flour, chicken stock, tomatoes, thyme, p... READ MORE

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Danish pot-roast chicken (Gammeldags kylling)

Denmark
3.4

Pot roast chicken is one of the classic Danish dishes that are typically enjoyed as home-cooked meals. A whole chicken is seared and then slowly braised in a broth, usually alongside onions, parsley, and peppercorns. When thoroughly cooked, the br... READ MORE

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Poulet au cidre

Brittany, France
3.8

Poulet au cidre is a traditional dish from the region of Brittany. It's made with a combination of chicken breasts, onions, apples, butter, cream, nutmeg, and hard cider, preferably from the region. The onions and apples are sautéed in butt... READ MORE

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Coq au vin jaune

Franche-Comté, France
4.2

Along with coq au Riesling, coq au vin jaune is another variation on the classic coq au vin. Instead of red wine, coq au vin jaune incorporates yellow or white wine. The best vin jaune is found in the French region of Jura, but a... READ MORE

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Pollo alla Romana

Lazio, Italy
3.4

Pollo alla Romana is an old peasant dish originating from Rome. It's made with a combination of chicken pieces, pancetta, onions, garlic, white wine, tomatoes, olive oil, and bell peppers. The meat is simmered with other ingredients until they bec... READ MORE

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Pollo a la Catalana

Catalonia, Spain
3.9

Pollo a la Catalana is a hearty Spanish dish consisting of chicken pieces that are browned, then simmered in a rich sauce made with onions, tomatoes, prunes, dried apricots, pine nuts, and white wine or brandy. The dish is especially popular in fa... READ MORE

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Kvrguša

Kozarac, Bosnia and Herzegovina
4.3

Kvrguša is a traditional Bosnian specialty consisting of a layer of dough and chicken pieces. The dish is mainly associated with Bosanska Krajina and Kozarac, but it is also commonly prepared and enjoyed in other regions. The base of kvrgu&... READ MORE

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Poulet au vinaigre

France
n/a
Most iconic: Restaurant Le Musée (Lyon, France)

Poulet au vinaigre is a traditional bistro classic consisting of chicken in a creamy vinegar sauce. The ingredients include pieces of chicken, onions, shallots, garlic, tarragon, tomatoes, cream, chicken stock, white wine, and red wine vinegar. On... READ MORE

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Kokoras krasatos

Greece
4.5
Most iconic: Peskesi (Heraklion, Greece)

Kόkoras krasάtos is a Greek variation on the famous French coq au vin. This Greek dish is made with rooster, Greek red wine, onions, garlic, Greek olive oil, cinnamon stick, nutmeg, cloves, allspice, bay leaves, tomatoes, and Florina peppers or Fl... READ MORE

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Katův šleh

Czech Republic
3.4

Simple and inexpensive to make, katův šleh is a spicy Czech dish prepared in numerous variations throughout the country. It usually consists of chicken or pork, onions, and bell peppers, coated in a creamy tomato sauce and seasoned with chi... READ MORE

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Roasted chicken and potatoes (Kotopoulo me patates sto fourno)

Greece
4.3

Kotopoulo me patates sto fourno is a traditional dish consisting of roasted chicken and oven-baked potatoes. The dish is usually made with a combination of chicken, potatoes, lemon, oregano, salt, pepper, paprika, olive oil, butter, and garlic. Th... READ MORE

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Spice Bag

Dublin, Ireland
3.7
Most iconic: Sunflower Chinese Takeaway (Dublin, Ireland)

Irish spice bag is a popular fast food meal consisting of potato chips and chicken meat with red, green, and chili peppers. The dish that is strongly influenced by Asian cuisine was developed in Dublin in the 2010s, but its exact origins ... READ MORE

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Žgvacet od kokoši

Istria, Croatia
3.9
Most iconic: Konoba Malo Selo (Kaldanija, Croatia)

Istrian žgvacet od kokoši is typically prepared with chicken drumsticks and thighs, which are first pan seared and then simmered in a sauce based on tomatoes and onions. This rustic Croatian dish has its roots in Italian guazzetto ... READ MORE

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Arroz caldoso de pollo de corral

Spain
n/a

Arroz caldoso de pollo de corral is a traditional rice dish originating from Spain. The dish has many variations, but it's always made with corn-fed free-range chickens that are larger in size and have much better flavor than regular chickens. Oth... READ MORE

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Pollo con capperi

Lazio, Italy
3.8

Pollo con capperi is a traditional dish originating from the Lazio area. The dish is usually made with a combination of a whole chicken, capers, dry white wine, anchovies, garlic, pine nuts, parsley, olive oil, and pepper. The chicken is cut into ... READ MORE

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Pollo in potacchio

Marche, Italy
n/a

Pollo in potacchio is a traditional poultry dish originating from the region of Marche. The dish consists of chicken with a tomato and rosemary sauce, and the list of ingredients includes a whole chicken that's cut into pieces, olive oil, butter, ... READ MORE

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Pollo al burro

Italy
n/a

Pollo al burro is a classic Italian dish of chicken in butter. The dish usually uses chicken breasts or thighs. These pieces are often pounded to an even thickness for consistent cooking. As the name suggests, butter is a key ingredient in this di... READ MORE

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Magarına bulli

Northern Cyprus, Cyprus
3.7

Magarına bulli is a traditional chicken dish originating from Northern Cyprus. The dish is usually made with a combination of chicken, pasta such as penne or macaroni, stock, salt, pepper, lemon juice, halloumi cheese, parsley, onions, garlic, oli... READ MORE