Chicken rillettes, originating from France, are a delightful spread made by slow-cooking pork, chicken or other white meat in fat until tender, then shredding and mixing it with the flavourful cooking juices and additional fat.

This dish is traditionally made with pork, but the chicken version offers a lighter alternative with a rich, savoury taste and creamy texture, thanks to the duck fat and aromatic herbs.

Despite its gourmet appeal, chicken rillettes are surprisingly easy to make, requiring mostly passive cooking time. This makes it an ideal recipe for home cooks looking to impress without much effort.

Perfect as an appetiser, or a lunch with a salad, spread on crusty baguette slices and paired with tangy cornichons, chicken rillettes can elevate any casual gathering or elegant dinner party.