LEMON- AND GARLIC-ROASTED CHICKEN WITH FAVA BEANS, RADISHES, AND PECORINO

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Lemon- and Garlic-Roasted Chicken with Fava Beans, Radishes, and Pecorino image

Provided by Ryan Hardy

Categories     Bean     Cheese     Chicken     Citrus     Dairy     Garlic     Leafy Green     Herb     Poultry     Vegetable     Roast     Lemon     Legume     Radish

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 (3- to 4-pound) roasting chickens, necks and giblets removed and discarded, rinsed and patted dry
5 lemons, 2 cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices, 2 halved
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 heads garlic, halved with skins left on
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
2 bunches fresh oregano
8 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup fresh fava beans*
2 cups radishes, thinly sliced (from 2 bunches)
2 cups loosely packed arugula leaves (from 2 bunches)
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves (from 1 bunch)
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves (from 1 bunch)
1/2 cup loosely packed celery leaves (from 2 bunches celery)
1/2 cup Pecorino Toscano or other mild Italian sheep's milk cheese (less than 6 ounces), coarsely grated
*If fresh fava beans are unavailable, fresh lima beans are a good substitute.

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Place chickens on rack set in large roasting pan. Starting at each cavity end, slide hand between skin and breast meat to loosen, being careful not to tear skin. Arrange lemon slices under skin to cover breast meat.
  • Season each cavity with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Stuff each with halved lemons, garlic, rosemary, and oregano.
  • Flip wings of each chicken back and tuck under body. Using pastry brush, brush 3 tablespoons oil over skin of each chicken, then sprinkle each with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Tie legs together loosely with kitchen string.
  • Roast chickens, basting with pan juices every 15 minutes, until skins are crisp golden-brown and juices run clear when thighs are pierced, about 55 to 60 minutes. (Instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of breast should register 170°F.) Remove from oven, then remove lemons, herbs, and garlic from cavities and discard. Reserve pan drippings. Transfer chickens to carving board and tent with foil to keep warm.
  • In 2-quart pot of boiling water, blanch fresh fava beans 1 minute. Drain, then immediately transfer to medium bowl of ice water to stop cooking. Drain. Slip outer skin off each bean and discard skin; place beans in medium bowl. Add radishes, arugula, mint, parsley, celery leaves, and cheese, and toss to combine. Stir in lemon juice and remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  • Divide fava bean and radish salad among 10 plates. Carve chickens and arrange pieces atop each portion of salad. Spoon pan drippings over.

Mc naima Akter
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I made this dish for a dinner party last night and it was a huge success! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the vegetables were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Dgegee Gsgeeeg
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was flavorful and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Regina Maina
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I'm not a big fan of fava beans, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The beans were cooked perfectly and added a great flavor to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Mebrahtu Hailay
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste, but I think that's because I used too much salt. I will definitely try it again with less salt next time.


Ocean Bhatta
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I'm always looking for new chicken recipes, and this one definitely didn't disappoint! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Sikandar Hero
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The lemon and garlic flavors are amazing, and the vegetables add a nice touch of color and flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Sherpur Multemedia
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I made this dish for a dinner party last night and it was a huge success! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the vegetables were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Xasan Abdifitax
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was flavorful and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Bryan Hadder
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of fava beans, but I'm so glad I did! The beans were cooked perfectly and added a great flavor to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Daneil Gloria
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This recipe is a keeper! The lemon and garlic flavors are amazing, and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Rasid Khan
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The chicken was so moist and juicy, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Tima Faaiuaso
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the fava beans and radishes were a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a flavorful and healthy meal.