SALT-ROASTED CHICKEN

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Categories     Chicken     Roast     Lemon     Chill     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (3 1/2-pound) chicken
2 1/4 teaspoons fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
3 (1/4-inch-thick) lemon slices
Special Equipment
an instant-read thermometer

Steps:

  • Rinse chicken and thoroughly pat dry, then sprinkle inside and out with salt and pepper and set in a shallow dish. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and chill at least 12 and up to 48 hours.
  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 500°F.
  • Pat chicken dry, then rub skin with butter and put lemon slices in cavity. Put chicken in a small roasting pan in oven and reduce oven temperature to 425°F. Roast chicken, basting occasionally with pan juices, until thermometer inserted 2 inches into fleshy part of thigh (do not touch bone) registers 170°F, about 50 minutes. Let stand 15 minutes before carving.

CRAIGON Vass
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I tried this recipe and it was delicious! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the salt crust added a nice flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Hemraj Hemraj
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This recipe is a winner. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the crispy skin added a nice touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jennifa Lopez
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The salt-roasted chicken was a success! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the skin was crispy. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out great.


Jacqueline Kaluwe
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. The chicken turned out perfectly roasted, and it was a hit with my family. Definitely a new favorite!


Kutosi Simon
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender and the skin was crispy and flavorful. I'll be adding this to my regular rotation.


Nqobile Kula
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I had my doubts about this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the crispy skin added a nice touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Emad Magdy
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This salt-roasted chicken is a must-try for chicken lovers. The salt crust seals in the natural juices, resulting in incredibly flavorful and succulent meat. I highly recommend it!


Unicorn Splash
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! The chicken was moist and tender, and the skin was crispy and golden brown. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ella Watson
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Wow! This recipe is a winner. The chicken was incredibly juicy and packed with flavor. The salt crust technique is genius. Five stars from me!


Asher Bilal
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I'm not much of a cook, but this recipe made me feel like a pro. The step-by-step instructions were clear and easy to follow. The chicken came out perfectly roasted, and my family loved it.


Sadeepa2008 anjana
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The simplicity of this recipe is what won me over. Just a few ingredients, yet the outcome is extraordinary. The chicken was succulent and flavorful. Definitely making it again!


Solea Sparks
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I've tried numerous roasted chicken recipes, but this one takes the cake. The salt crust method locked in the moisture, resulting in unbelievably tender meat. It's a keeper!


Brett Austin
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This salt-roasted chicken recipe is a game-changer! The chicken turned out perfectly moist and juicy, with a crispy, flavorful skin. I followed the recipe precisely, and it was hassle-free. Highly recommended!