Chicken steak with ham and baked potatoes

Name: Chicken steak with ham and baked potatoes
Ingredients: 6-8 chicken drumsticks; 400 g potatoes; 100 g ham; 3-4 garlic cloves; salt; pepper; fresh rosemary; 250 ml white wine; 100 ml oil

Meat - Chicken steak with ham and baked potatoes by Georgiana H. - Recipia

I usually make this roast when I need something that cooks almost by itself in the oven. I like that I don't have to stand next to it; I just prepare everything quickly and let it do its job in the oven. The potatoes and chicken brown nicely, and the ham adds a special flavor. Sometimes I add fresh rosemary, other times thyme, depending on what I have on hand. Quick Info Total time: about 1 hour Preparation time: 10-15 minutes Baking time: 50-55 minutes Servings: 4-5 Difficulty: easy Recipe type: main course, oven roast Ingredients 6-8 chicken drumsticks 400 g potatoes 100 g ham 3-4 cloves of garlic salt pepper fresh rosemary (or thyme) 250 ml white wine 100 ml oil Preparation method 1. Wash and clean the chicken drumsticks. If you see any feathers or skin remnants, remove them. 2. Clean and wash the potatoes well. Cut them into quarters, not too small, so they don't crumble while baking. 3. Take a baking dish and grease it with a little oil (or lard, if you prefer). I prefer oil; it's simpler and always on hand. 4. Place the potatoes in the dish, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and a little rosemary or thyme if you like. Mix them gently by hand to coat them evenly. 5. Place the chicken drumsticks on top. Season them with salt and pepper as well. Slice the garlic and sprinkle it among the pieces of chicken and potatoes. 6. Lay the slices of ham on top. Don't press them down too hard; just let them cover the chicken and potatoes in spots. 7. Pour the white wine over the entire contents of the dish. If you don't have dry wine, semi-dry works too, but it shouldn't be sweet. 8. Sprinkle a little more rosemary or thyme on top. 9. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven at 180°C for 30 minutes. 10. After 30 minutes, remove the foil and leave the dish for another 20-25 minutes until the meat and potatoes are browned. I check from time to time; if it seems to dry out too quickly, I add two or three tablespoons of water. 11. When you see they are browned, take the dish out of the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving. Why I make this recipe often It's one of the simplest oven roasts. The ingredients are always easy to find, and I don't have to follow the steps too closely. I love the combination of chicken, potatoes, and ham, and the wine gives a nice flavor to the sauce. It works for everyday meals or when I have guests and don't want to complicate the menu. Tips and variations Tips Use firm potatoes, not starchy ones, so they stay whole after baking. If you're using a metal dish, it might brown faster. Check at the end to make sure the potatoes don't burn. Depending on your oven, you might need to move the dish higher or lower in the last 10 minutes for browning. Substitutions Rosemary can easily be replaced with thyme, fresh or dried. If you don't have ham, you can use bacon, but the flavor will be smokier. Lard works for greasing the dish, but if you prefer, just use oil. Variations You can also add other vegetables alongside the potatoes, like carrots or onions, but I prefer to keep the recipe as simple as possible. If you have whole thighs or chicken wings, they work just as well; just adjust the baking time slightly. Serving ideas I always serve it with green salad or pickles. The sauce from the dish can be poured over the meat and potatoes; it doesn't need anything else. Frequently asked questions 1. Can I use chicken breast instead of drumsticks? Yes, you can use chicken breast, but be careful not to leave it in the oven too long, or it will dry out. Reduce the time by 5-10 minutes and check occasionally. 2. What kind of wine goes best? A dry or semi-dry white wine. Avoid sweet wine, as it changes the flavor of the sauce. 3. Can the recipe be made without ham? Yes, but the flavor won't be as intense. The ham adds salt and aroma. 4. What do I do if the sauce reduces too much in the oven? If you see that the liquid evaporates quickly, you can add 2-3 tablespoons of water or wine towards the end of baking. Nutritional values Estimate per serving (for 5 servings): approximately 450-500 kcal. The chicken and ham provide most of the protein (30-35 g), while the potatoes and oil provide carbohydrates (30-35 g) and fats (20-25 g). Values vary depending on the type of chicken used and how much sauce remains after baking. Storage and reheating The chicken roast with ham and potatoes keeps well in the fridge, in a covered container, for up to 2 days. It can be reheated in the oven or microwave, but the potatoes will become a bit softer when reheated. I do not recommend freezing, as the texture of the potatoes does not hold up well after thawing.

Chicken steak with ham and baked potatoes

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