๐ Marie’s Roast Chicken Recipe ๐
Description: Marie’s roast chicken is a classic dish that promises a wonderful, moist chicken with irresistibly crispy skin. The addition of vegetables stuffed inside the cavity not only enhances the flavor but also adds a delicious aroma to the dish.
Recipe Category: Chicken
Keywords: Poultry, Meat, Very Low Carbs, High Protein, High In…, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 636.6
- Fat Content: 47.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 17.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 211.7mg
- Sodium Content: 260.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 3.6g
- Fiber Content: 0.6g
- Sugar Content: 1.4g
- Protein Content: 45.5g
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken
- 1 celery stalk
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 onion
- 4 sprigs of parsley
- 4 tablespoons of butter
- Additional celery and onion for roasting pan
Instructions:
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat oven to 450ยฐF (230ยฐC). | 15 minutes |
| 2 | Sprinkle salt and pepper inside and outside of the chicken. | – |
| 3 | Place celery, garlic, onion, and parsley in the cavity of the chicken. | – |
| 4 | Brush the entire chicken with butter. | – |
| 5 | Cut up additional celery and onion, then place them under the chicken in the roasting pan. | – |
| 6 | Place the chicken in the preheated oven and bake at 450ยฐF (230ยฐC) for 15 minutes. | 15 minutes |
| 7 | Reduce the oven heat to 425ยฐF (220ยฐC) and continue roasting until the leg pulls apart easily, approximately 45 minutes to an hour more. | 45 minutes to 1 hour |
| 8 | Once done, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. | – |
| 9 | The drippings from the chicken make a wonderful gravy. | – |
Additional Tips:
- For extra flavor, you can add your favorite herbs or spices to the butter before brushing it onto the chicken.
- Ensure the chicken is thoroughly cooked by checking the internal temperature. It should reach 165ยฐF (75ยฐC) in the thickest part of the meat.
- Serve with your choice of sides like roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Enjoy your homemade Marie’s Roast Chicken, a perfect dish for any occasion! ๐ฝ๏ธ
