Funky Pepper Relish Roast Chicken

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 749.2 kcal per serving
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (1 review)

Description:

Farmgirl’s Funky Chicken is the perfect recipe when you need something easy, tasty, and hearty. It’s a favorite among the Muddfield Gang for its bold flavors and juicy, tender chicken.

Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken (about 4 lbs)
• Salt
• Ground black pepper
• 1 lemon
• Pepper relish (homemade or store-bought)
• Olive oil

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).

2. Prepare Chicken: Wash and thoroughly dry the chicken with paper towels.

3. Season Inside and Out: Rub salt and ground black pepper inside and outside the chicken. Drizzle with olive oil and rub to coat evenly.

4. Apply Pepper Relish: Rub a generous amount of pepper relish inside and outside the chicken, ensuring it’s well coated with flavor.

5. Stuff with Lemon: Cut the lemon in half and place both halves inside the chicken cavity.

6. Separate and Rub: Gently separate the chicken skin from the meat, being careful not to tear it. Rub more pepper relish under the skin, directly onto the meat.

7. Replace Skin: Carefully replace the skin to cover the chicken, ensuring it’s well sealed to retain juices during roasting.

8. Roast Chicken: Place the chicken on a rack in a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown and crispy.

9. Rest the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest, uncovered, for at least 30 minutes. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, ensuring moist and flavorful chicken.

10. Carve and Serve: Carve the chicken into portions and serve hot. Enjoy Farmgirl’s Funky Chicken with your favorite sides!

Nutrition (per serving):

• Calories: 749.2 kcal
• Fat: 48.1g
  • Saturated Fat: 13.4g
• Cholesterol: 226.8mg
• Sodium: 1450.6mg
• Carbohydrates: 21.4g
  • Fiber: 1.1g
  • Sugar: 16.9g
• Protein: 56.6g

Keywords:

Chicken, Poultry, Meat, High Protein, Beginner Cook, Easy, Less than 4 Hours

This recipe for Farmgirl’s Funky Chicken is perfect for any occasion where you want a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare. The combination of zesty pepper relish and tangy lemon makes this chicken a standout dish that your family and friends will love. Enjoy cooking and sharing this delicious recipe from Love With Recipes!