HOW TO MICROWAVE A WHOLE CHICKEN
One Sunday I thawed a whole roaster chicken for dinner but got caught up in my afternoon activities and got home with only an hour to get the thing cooked. A quick google search proved that you can, indeed, quickly cook a whole chicken in the microwave. I have done this twice now, and in all honesty it yields more tender and juicy chicken than when I roast them in the oven LOL. Another added bonus is that the skin is removed (it gets gooey, I'm told) so the fat/cholesterol is significantly reduced. Give it a try--you may have found a new item for your "gotta get dinner done quickly" toolbox! Also, feel free to change up the spices based on your mood!!
Provided by smellyvegetarian
Categories Whole Chicken
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Using kitchen shears or a sharp knife, remove most of the skin from the chicken. This is easier than it sounds, especially with scissors.
- Place chicken breast side up in a microwavable pan (Pyrex is great).
- Mix salt and spices and rub all over the outer surfaces of the chicken.
- Place onion inside cavity (be sure to remove the gizzard bag first!).
- Set microwave power on 70% (or medium high).
- Microwave for about 10 minutes per pound, so 35 minutes for a 3.5 lb bird, 50 minutes for a 5 lb-er, etc.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting, then enjoy! Do make sure the breast meat closest to the bone is cooked; the legs will be done before the center.
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marcos suarez
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It is quick and easy to make, and the chicken is always delicious.
Abu Hudheifa
[email protected]I love this recipe because it is so easy to make. I can just throw the chicken in the microwave and forget about it. It always comes out perfectly cooked.
_WeirdZenitsu_
[email protected]This recipe is amazing! The chicken is so moist and tender. The skin is crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Rihab Gazi
[email protected]I've been using this recipe for years and it never disappoints. The chicken always comes out juicy and flavorful. I love that I can cook it in the microwave without having to heat up the kitchen.
Manjula Wirasinha
[email protected]This is the best microwave chicken recipe I've ever tried. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the skin is crispy. I love that I can cook a whole chicken in the microwave without having to worry about it drying out.
Bobby Longjam
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's made cooking a whole chicken so much easier. I used to be afraid of cooking chicken, but now I'm confident that I can make a delicious chicken every time.
Leslie Lucas
[email protected]This is the perfect recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick, easy, and delicious. I always have a few frozen chickens in my freezer so I can make this recipe whenever I want.
Nangela Mlau
[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can use any kind of seasoning or marinade that I want. I've even tried stuffing the chicken with different things, like rice or vegetables.
Ai Abbasi
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm a single guy who doesn't have a lot of time to cook. This recipe is so quick and easy, and the chicken always comes out delicious.
Sajid Jee
[email protected]I've been using this recipe for years and it never disappoints. The chicken always comes out juicy and flavorful. I love that I can cook it in the microwave without having to heat up the kitchen.
King Holy
[email protected]This is the best microwave chicken recipe I've ever tried. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the skin is crispy. I love that I can cook a whole chicken in the microwave without having to worry about it drying out.
Dan Larose
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's made cooking a whole chicken so much easier. I used to be afraid of cooking chicken, but now I'm confident that I can make a delicious chicken every time.
T C
[email protected]This is the perfect recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick, easy, and delicious. I always have a few frozen chickens in my freezer so I can make this recipe whenever I want.
Dan Lt_Dans__LEGS
[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can use any kind of seasoning or marinade that I want. I've even tried stuffing the chicken with different things, like rice or vegetables.
joshua smith
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm a busy mom and I don't have a lot of time to cook. This recipe is so quick and easy, and the chicken always comes out delicious.
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[email protected]I've tried this recipe a few times now and it's always a hit. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful. I love that I can cook it in the microwave without having to heat up the kitchen.
esther mwenye
[email protected]This is the best way to cook a chicken! It's so quick and easy, and the chicken always comes out perfect. I love that I can just pop it in the microwave and forget about it.
Athena Acosta
[email protected]I was skeptical about microwaving a whole chicken, but I was pleasantly surprised. The chicken cooked evenly and was very moist. I will definitely be using this recipe again.
prince ogbu
[email protected]This recipe is a game-changer! I've always been intimidated by cooking a whole chicken, but the microwave method made it so easy and stress-free. The chicken came out juicy and tender, with a crispy skin. My family loved it!