Wash the chicken, dab dry and cut into 4 equal parts. Cut bacon into strips. Heat oil in a roasting pan. Leave out the bacon and fry the chicken in portions. Remove and put aside. Peel onions and garlic and chop finely. Steam them in the frying fat until translucent. Clean, wash, peel and slice the carrots. Add and fry briefly. Pour on red wine and stock and add the chicken pieces. Wash thyme, dab dry and add with the bay leaves and olives. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and stew for about 45 minutes. Add cream and bring to the boil. Add sauce thickener and bring to the boil again. Tastes good with baguette
Pot: Cousances
Glasses: Holmegaard