Herbed sea salt roasted chicken
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Herbed sea salt roasted chicken
A roast chicken that screams fall comfort! Season with A. Vogel Herbed Sea Salt, garlic, and lemon for a juicy, flavorful dinner that's perfect for any autumn gathering.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1:20 to 1:35
Feeds: 4-6 People
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Remove the chicken giblets (if present) and pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Drying the chicken skin ensures a crispy finish when roasting.
- Rub the chicken inside and out with olive oil or melted butter. Generously sprinkle 2 tablespoons of Herbamare Original Herbed Sea Salt all over the chicken, ensuring even coverage. Season with black pepper and paprika if desired.
- Insert the halved lemon, garlic cloves, rosemary, and thyme into the cavity of the chicken. This adds flavor and aroma to the meat as it roasts.
- Tie the legs together using kitchen twine to ensure even cooking, and tuck the wing tips under the body to prevent burning.
- Place the quartered onions in the roasting pan to form a bed for the chicken. If using vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and parsnips, arrange them around the chicken for a complete meal.
- Pour the chicken broth (or water) into the roasting pan to keep the chicken moist during roasting.
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Roast the chicken in the preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 20 minutes to crisp up the skin. After 20 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue roasting for about 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured at the thickest part of the thigh.
Tip: Baste the chicken with the pan juices every 20-30 minutes to enhance flavor and keep the meat juicy.
- Once fully cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute and keeps the meat moist when carving.
- Carve the chicken and serve with the roasted vegetables. Drizzle the pan juices over the chicken and vegetables for added flavor.
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Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken (about 4-5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons Herbamare Original Herbed Sea Salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or melted butter for extra flavor)
- 1 lemon, halved
- 4 garlic cloves, crushed
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (or 1 tsp dried)
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional for color)
- 1 large onion, quartered1 cup chicken broth (or water for moisture)
Optional Vegetables for Roasting:
- 3-4 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
- 3-4 potatoes, cut into wedges
- 1-2 parsnips, peeled and chopped