Chicken in Garlic Sour Cream

Name: Chicken in Garlic Sour Cream
Yield: makes 4 servings
Ingredients: Salt and black pepper to taste; 2 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 3 tablespoons butter or extra virgin olive oil; 1 chicken, 3 to 4 pounds, cut into serving pieces, or 2 1/2 to 3 pounds chicken parts, trimmed of excess fat; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup chopped fresh scallion, plus more for garnish; 1/2 cup chopped fresh dill leaves, plus more for garnish; 1/4 cup sour cream

December 14, 2011

Boiled potatoes and sour cream are a classic Eastern European combination, but this recipe takes the idea a step further to produce a rich, full-flavored main course that is especially great in winter. Serve with a light salad and rice or crisp bread.

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