Recipe for SHKMERULI and Georgian Bread. A Masterpiece of World Cookery.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and provides a similar flavor.

white wine

🥗Healthier: white grape juice

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

White grape juice adds sweetness without alcohol.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories.

bay leaves

Dried herbs can be used as a substitute.

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and yeast.

Gradually add warm water and olive oil, mixing until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Pour in cream and season with hot red pepper, stirring to combine.

Add sunflower seeds and chopped greenery, mixing well.

Transfer the chicken mixture to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.

Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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