Recipee of the month: Truffle Chicken
Preparing the Truffle Chicken
To make a delicious chicken, you’ll need fresh, high-quality ingredients. Start by choosing a free-range chicken. Preheat your oven to 180°C. Next, carefully clean your truffles. You can use either black or white truffles, depending on your preference. Take pieces of truffle and gently slide them under the skin of the chicken. This step is essential to ensure the truffle flavour infuses the chicken meat.
In a hot pan, melt a little butter with a crushed garlic clove and a sprig of thyme. Brown the chicken on all sides to achieve a beautiful colour. Then, place the chicken in the oven for about 45 minutes, making sure to baste it regularly with its own juices.
Finalising the Truffle Chicken and Serving
The chicken should be cooked to perfection: the skin should be golden and crispy, and the meat tender. Once the chicken is ready, let it rest for a few minutes before carving. You can serve this dish with seasonal vegetables, such as roasted potatoes or green beans, for a complete and refined meal.
A Perfect Pairing with an Absolu Red
To elevate this recipe, serve your chicken with an Absolu red wine. This powerful and balanced wine will add an extra dimension to this delicate dish. Its deep character and beautiful length on the palate pair perfectly with the aromas of the truffles and the tenderness of the chicken.
