Lime Tarragon Roasted Chicken with Gravy
Description:
A tantalizing dish inspired by a friend’s recipe from Costa Rica, cherished for its unforgettable flavor, now recreated with a personal touch, promising a culinary journey worth savoring. 🍗🍋
Cook Time:
2 hours
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Total Time:
2 hours and 20 minutes
Recipe Category:
Chicken Breast
Keywords:
Chicken, Poultry, Meat, Very Low Carbs, High Protein, High In…, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 2705.2
- Fat Content: 186.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 53.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 855.6mg
- Sodium Content: 3818.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 37.4g
- Fiber Content: 1.1g
- Sugar Content: 1.7g
- Protein Content: 207.4g
Ingredients:
- 4-5 roasting chickens
- 3 limes, juiced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 1/2 tablespoons dried tarragon
- 4 tablespoons cornstarch
- Water
- Salt
- Garlic cloves
Instructions:
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Preparation: Rinse the chicken thoroughly, ensuring the removal of innards.
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Seasoning: Place the prepared chicken in a roasting pan or a pan lined with loose foil.
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Marination: In a mixing bowl, combine the lime juice, soy sauce, and dried tarragon. Spoon this flavorful mixture generously over the chicken, ensuring to distribute it evenly, including inside the cavity for maximum flavor infusion.
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Roasting: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). Place the seasoned chicken in the oven and roast it for approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes to 2 hours.
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Basting: Every 30 minutes, baste the chicken with the juices collected in the pan, ensuring it remains moist and flavorful throughout the cooking process.
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Temperature Check: Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. It should reach 185 degrees Fahrenheit (85 degrees Celsius) when fully cooked.
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Uncover: During the last 30 minutes of baking, remove the cover or foil from the chicken to allow it to achieve a golden brown and crispy exterior.
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Resting: Once fully cooked, transfer the chicken to a serving platter and cover it loosely with foil to allow it to rest, ensuring the juices redistribute evenly throughout the meat.
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Gravy Preparation: Pour the drippings from the roasting pan into a saucepan, adding enough water to make approximately 2 1/2 cups of liquid.
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Thickening: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1/2 cup of water until smooth. Gradually add this mixture to the saucepan, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
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Simmering: Bring the liquid to a slow boil over medium heat, stirring continuously until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
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Adjust Seasoning: Taste the gravy and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding a small amount of salt or minced garlic for extra flavor, if desired.
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Serving: Serve the succulent roasted chicken with the flavorful gravy alongside mashed potatoes or your favorite side dishes for a complete and satisfying meal.
Enjoy your culinary adventure with this Lime Tarragon Roasted Chicken, infused with zesty lime, aromatic tarragon, and served with rich, flavorful gravy, reminiscent of cherished memories and delightful flavors! 🌟🍽️
