Chicken drumsticks in batter
Description
I first tried this original dish at my friend's wedding. It was brought in on a large platter and looked very impressive, so I immediately decided to ask the chef for the recipe of chicken drumsticks in pastry. As it turned out, there was nothing complicated about it, especially if using ready-made dough, although preparation does take about two hours. A week after the wedding, I decided to make chicken drumsticks in pastry at home, and it turned out perfectly on my first try. Now I cook this dish quite often, mostly for guests, but sometimes I treat my family to this chicken as well—they like it very much.
Instructions
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Step 1
So, rinse the shanks under water and place them in a bowl, season with salt, sprinkle with ground pepper and adjika, mix and let marinate for 30-40 minutes.
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Step 2
Once the chicken has marinated, place it in a baking dish and put it in a preheated oven at 200 degrees for 30-35 minutes.
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Step 3
While the chicken is cooking, we slice the onion and mushrooms, sauté them in a pan with butter, then transfer to a plate and let cool slightly.
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Step 4
Peel the potatoes and boil in slightly salted water until cooked, then mash them into a puree, add butter, and set aside to cool.
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Step 5
Now place the dough on the table and roll it out into a 40x40 cm sheet. Cut it into 4 equal squares. Place the sautéed mushrooms in the center of each square, then add mashed potatoes on top. You can lightly salt each layer. Place the drumstick vertically on top of the mashed potatoes, then lift the edges of the dough to form a pouch, and tie it with a strip of dough.
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Step 6
Then transfer the drumsticks coated in dough to a baking sheet, placing them at a distance from each other. Put the baking sheet into an oven preheated to 200°C (392°F) and bake for 30-40 minutes. When the dough turns golden brown, reduce the temperature to 170°C (338°F), but do not open the oven until the dish is fully cooked.
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Step 7
As a result, you'll get a bright and appetizing little pouch with a surprise inside. Enjoy your meal, everyone!