Best 4 Simple Roast Chicken With Greens And Bonus Stock Recipes

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Feast your eyes on this succulent roasted chicken, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This culinary masterpiece is accompanied by a delectable medley of roasted spring greens, a perfect balance of earthy and vibrant flavors. And as a bonus, you'll learn how to transform your leftover chicken bones into a rich and flavorful chicken stock, elevating your soups, stews, and sauces to new heights. Get ready to embark on a delightful culinary journey with our simple roast chicken, roasted greens, and bonus stock recipes.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

WHITE HOUSE GARDEN HERB-ROASTED CHICKEN WITH BRAISED GREENS



White House Garden Herb-Roasted Chicken with Braised Greens image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons chopped mixed fresh herbs (such as rosemary, thyme, sage and parsley)
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 3-to-4 pound chicken, quartered
Salt and pepper
2 slices bacon, diced
1 large red onion, diced
2 bunches kale, collard or mustard greens (a mix also works well), stemmed and torn
3/4 cup chicken stock

Steps:

  • Mix the herbs, mustard and olive oil in a nonreactive baking dish. Add the chicken, season with salt and pepper and turn to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator at least 1 hour or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Place the chicken on a foil-lined baking sheet and roast until the meat is cooked through and the skin is crisp, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, saute the bacon in a deep pan or Dutch oven over medium heat until rendered, about 5 minutes. Add the onion and cook until translucent, 6 to 7 minutes. Add the greens, in batches, and saute until wilted, about 4 minutes. Add the chicken stock, cover and gently braise over low heat until tender, about 40 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and serve with the chicken.

GREENS STUFFED ROASTED CHICKEN



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 chicken or 3 to 4 portions

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons cayenne
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
2 cups raw mustard greens, shredded
1/2 cup thin sliced red onion
1/2 cup diced fresh peaches
1 whole fresh chicken (3 pounds average)
1/2 cup clarified butter

Steps:

  • For the seasoning: Combine the cayenne, paprika, salt and pepper in a bowl, mixing well.
  • For the chicken: Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. In a bowl, mix the greens, onions, peaches, 1/4 cup butter and 1 tablespoon of the prepared seasoning, mixing well. Next, open the center cavity of the chicken and stuff it with seasoned greens/fruit mixture. Then drizzle the remaining 1/4 cup butter over the skin of the chicken. Dust with the remaining seasoning.
  • Roast the chicken for 50 minutes, and then remove from the oven. Raise the oven temperature to 450 degrees F, allow to heat for 10 minutes, and then place the bird back in the oven and finish until skin is crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove the chicken from the oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes before cutting or carving.

ROASTED CHICKEN STOCK



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One of the great joys of roasting a chicken is turning the bones into stock. This simple golden elixir, a real panacea for life's ailments, starts with a leftover carcass from a roasted chicken, one you've already eaten and picked the meat off of. What you're going for here isn't clarity in looks or flavor, as you might with a traditional French stock. Instead, this version is deeply fortified with alliums, bay leaves, peppercorns and a touch of turmeric for earthy depth and spiced savoriness. This stock is great to cook with, but also tastes excellent sipped straight from a mug like tea.

Provided by Eric Kim

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 1/2 to 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 leftover carcass from a whole roasted chicken, meat picked off and saved for another use
1 large yellow onion
1 head of garlic
8 small or 4 large dried bay leaves
1 tablespoon kosher salt (Diamond Crystal) or 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric

Steps:

  • To make this stock in an Instant Pot: Add the chicken carcass to a 3- or 6-quart Instant Pot or other electric pressure cooker. Chop the onion into eighths, and slice the garlic head in half crosswise to expose the cloves; dump the alliums into the pot over the chicken. Crush the bay leaves and add, along with the salt, black peppercorns, and turmeric. Add enough cold water to reach the max line in the 3-quart or to cover the bones in the 6-quart (5 to 6 cups). Gently stir and cover with the lid. Pressure-cook on high for 1 hour and let the pressure release naturally.
  • To make this stock on the stove: Follow Step 1, but place all of the ingredients, including the water, into a large heavy-bottomed pot, such as a Dutch oven or stock pot, and gently stir. Bring to a boil over high heat, then immediately reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cover and cook until the stock is deeply golden, the chicken bones are falling apart at the joints when you try to pick them up and the vegetables have turned to mush, about 3 hours.
  • Strain the contents of the pot through a colander set over a large bowl; press the bones to get out all of the liquid. Taste for seasoning, adjusting with salt as desired. Ladle the stock into large mugs for sipping, or use as an ingredient in your cooking. Alternatively, you can let the strained stock cool slightly before transferring into quart containers and storing in the refrigerator.
  • This chicken stock will keep in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 4 months. Heat individual portions in coffee mugs to drink in the morning for breakfast, or use as a base for soups, stews and porridges throughout the week.

QUICK-BRAISED CHICKEN WITH GREENS



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There's a family of dishes that are both tangy and cozy: hot and sour soup, braised collard greens, puttanesca, brisket and now, this pot of braised chicken and greens. Its bite comes from hot pickled peppers and their brine, while the comfort comes from browned onions, tomato paste, cumin and chicken broth - and the knowledge that you can make this dish quickly with boneless thighs and any dark, leafy greens in your fridge. Eat the stew on top of something starchy to soak up the broth; it's especially good with crunchy olive oil-fried toast (see Tip).

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, weekday, weeknight, poultry, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal)
1/2 cup sliced hot pickled peppadew, cherry or pepperoncini peppers, and 2 tablespoons brine reserved, plus more to taste
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 tablespoon light or dark brown sugar, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon ground cumin
4 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 to 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 1/2 pounds (1 to 2 bunches) dark leafy greens, such as kale, Swiss chard or escarole, de-stemmed and coarsely chopped
Fried toast (see Tip), pasta, boiled or mashed potatoes, mashed cauliflower, or grains, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium-high, heat the oil. Add the onion, season with salt and cook, stirring just a few times, until translucent and browned, 6 to 9 minutes. Add the peppers, tomato paste, brown sugar and cumin, and cook, stirring constantly, until the paste is a shade darker and starts to stick to the bottom of the pot, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add the broth, chicken, greens and pickled-pepper brine. Season with salt and stir to combine. Cover the pot, keep on medium-high and bring to a simmer. Uncover, reduce heat to low, and cook uncovered until the chicken is cooked through and the greens are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Using two forks, shred the chicken right in the pot into pieces, then stir to combine. Taste and adjust with salt, sugar (if it's too tangy or spicy) and brine (if it's too sweet or flat). Eat with starch of choice.

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: Opt for a free-range, organic chicken for better flavor and quality.
  • Dry the chicken thoroughly: Pat the chicken dry before roasting to ensure crispy skin.
  • Season the chicken generously: Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika for a flavorful roast.
  • Roast the chicken at a high temperature: Start by roasting the chicken at 450°F (230°C) for 30 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) for the remaining cooking time.
  • Let the chicken rest before carving: Allow the chicken to rest for at least 10 minutes before carving to distribute the juices throughout the meat.
  • Make a flavorful stock with the chicken bones: Simmer the chicken bones in water with vegetables and herbs to create a delicious stock for soups and stews.

Conclusion:

This simple roast chicken recipe yields juicy, flavorful chicken that pairs perfectly with roasted greens and a variety of sides. The bonus stock adds an extra layer of flavor to your meals and can be used in a variety of dishes. With its ease of preparation and delicious results, this recipe is a must-try for home cooks of all levels. Enjoy!

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