Best 5 Stupid Simple Roast Chicken Recipes

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**Roasted Chicken: A Culinary Classic Reinvented**

Roasted chicken, a timeless culinary masterpiece, takes center stage in this article, where you'll discover a collection of recipes that showcase its versatility and delectable flavors. From the classic roast chicken with crispy skin and succulent meat to variations that incorporate herbs, spices, and tantalizing sauces, this article offers a journey through the culinary realm of roasted chicken.

With step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and vibrant photographs, these recipes cater to both novice and experienced cooks alike. Dive into the simplicity of the Stupid-Simple Roast Chicken, where a few pantry staples and a touch of olive oil create a golden-brown masterpiece.

For a more herbaceous delight, the Herb-Roasted Chicken with Lemon and Garlic captivates with its aromatic blend of herbs and citrus, while the Indian-Spiced Roast Chicken tantalizes taste buds with a symphony of warm spices and tangy yogurt marinade.

If you're seeking a crispy, flavorful crust, the Beer Can Chicken promises a juicy interior and a crackling skin, thanks to the ingenious use of a beer can as a roasting rack. And for a touch of elegance, the Honey-Glazed Roast Chicken elevates the dish with a sweet and sticky glaze that caramelizes to perfection.

Beyond the classic roasted chicken, this article introduces creative twists that transform the dish into a culinary adventure. The Chicken Teriyaki Roast incorporates Asian flavors with a soy sauce and mirin marinade, while the Moroccan Roast Chicken entices with its vibrant blend of spices and dried fruits.

For those seeking a healthier option, the Roasted Chicken with Vegetables offers a wholesome meal where tender chicken and colorful vegetables roast together in a flavorful broth. And if you're craving a quick and easy meal, the Rotisserie-Style Roast Chicken provides a succulent, juicy chicken with minimal effort.

With its comprehensive range of recipes, this article caters to every palate and cooking preference, ensuring that every roasted chicken experience is a culinary delight.

Let's cook with our recipes!

EASY ROASTED CHICKEN



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Use this recipe to prep enough chicken to use it in wraps and salads all week; you can even cook two at once. To make Asian-Style Chicken Wraps, leave the chicken whole; if a recipe calls for shredded chicken, shred before storing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 whole chicken (about 3 1/2 pounds), rinsed and patted dry
2 tablespoons butter, room temperature
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Tie chicken legs together with kitchen twine (tuck wings under chicken, if desired, for a neater presentation). Place chicken on a rack set in a roasting pan (or on a rimmed baking sheet).
  • Rub chicken all over with butter; season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Roast until an instant-read thermometer registers 160 degrees when inserted in the thickest part of a thigh (avoiding bone), 45 to 50 minutes. Serve, or let cool before refrigerating, up to 3 days, covered.

PERFECT ROAST CHICKEN



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For the perfect roast chicken dinner every time, try this popular recipe from Ina Garten, Food Network's Barefoot Contessa.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (5 to 6 pound) roasting chicken
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 large bunch fresh thyme, plus 20 sprigs
1 lemon, halved
1 head garlic, cut in half crosswise
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter, melted
1 large yellow onion, thickly sliced
4 carrots cut into 2-inch chunks
1 bulb of fennel, tops removed, and cut into wedges
Olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Remove the chicken giblets. Rinse the chicken inside and out. Remove any excess fat and leftover pin feathers and pat the outside dry. Liberally salt and pepper the inside of the chicken. Stuff the cavity with the bunch of thyme, both halves of lemon, and all the garlic. Brush the outside of the chicken with the butter and sprinkle again with salt and pepper. Tie the legs together with kitchen string and tuck the wing tips under the body of the chicken. Place the onions, carrots, and fennel in a roasting pan. Toss with salt, pepper, 20 sprigs of thyme, and olive oil. Spread around the bottom of the roasting pan and place the chicken on top.
  • Roast the chicken for 1 1/2 hours, or until the juices run clear when you cut between a leg and thigh. Remove the chicken and vegetables to a platter and cover with aluminum foil for about 20 minutes. Slice the chicken onto a platter and serve it with the vegetables.

MY FAVORITE SIMPLE ROAST CHICKEN



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Editors' Note: We love Thomas Keller's roast chicken recipe so much that we asked him to share his favorite roast turkey recipe as well. Check out My Favorite Roast Turkey.

Provided by Thomas Keller

Categories     Dinner     Chicken     Poultry     Roast     Quick & Easy     Sugar Conscious     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield 2-4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

One 2- to 3-pound farm-raised chicken
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons minced thyme (optional)
Unsalted butter
Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450°F. Rinse the chicken, then dry it very well with paper towels, inside and out. The less it steams, the drier the heat, the better.
  • Salt and pepper the cavity, then truss the bird. Trussing is not difficult, and if you roast chicken often, it's a good technique to feel comfortable with. When you truss a bird, the wings and legs stay close to the body; the ends of the drumsticks cover the top of the breast and keep it from drying out. Trussing helps the chicken to cook evenly, and it also makes for a more beautiful roasted bird.
  • Now, salt the chicken-I like to rain the salt over the bird so that it has a nice uniform coating that will result in a crisp, salty, flavorful skin (about 1 tablespoon). When it's cooked, you should still be able to make out the salt baked onto the crisp skin. Season to taste with pepper.
  • Place the chicken in a sauté pan or roasting pan and, when the oven is up to temperature, put the chicken in the oven. I leave it alone-I don't baste it, I don't add butter; you can if you wish, but I feel this creates steam, which I don't want. Roast it until it's done, 50 to 60 minutes. Remove it from the oven and add the thyme, if using, to the pan. Baste the chicken with the juices and thyme and let it rest for 15 minutes on a cutting board.
  • Remove the twine. Separate the middle wing joint and eat that immediately. Remove the legs and thighs. I like to take off the backbone and eat one of the oysters, the two succulent morsels of meat embedded here, and give the other to the person I'm cooking with. But I take the chicken butt for myself. I could never understand why my brothers always fought over that triangular tip-until one day I got the crispy, juicy fat myself. These are the cook's rewards. Cut the breast down the middle and serve it on the bone, with one wing joint still attached to each. The preparation is not meant to be superelegant. Slather the meat with fresh butter. Serve with mustard on the side and, if you wish, a simple green salad. You'll start using a knife and fork, but finish with your fingers, because it's so good.

JUICY ROASTED CHICKEN



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My grandmother's recipe for roasted chicken. We are German and she used to do it this way all the time. I never have had a chicken this juicy before; this little trick works and makes the people eating it go silent. It's funny. We nibble on the celery after.

Provided by ROBINROCKINGBIRD

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     German

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (3 pound) whole chicken, giblets removed
salt and black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon onion powder, or to taste
½ cup margarine, divided
1 stalk celery, leaves removed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place chicken in a roasting pan, and season generously inside and out with salt and pepper. Sprinkle inside and out with onion powder. Place 3 tablespoons margarine in the chicken cavity. Arrange dollops of the remaining margarine around the chicken's exterior. Cut the celery into 3 or 4 pieces, and place in the chicken cavity.
  • Bake uncovered 1 hour and 15 minutes in the preheated oven, to a minimum internal temperature of 180 degrees F (82 degrees C). Remove from heat, and baste with melted margarine and drippings. Cover with aluminum foil, and allow to rest about 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Fat 32.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 30.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 661.9 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

SIMPLE ROAST CHICKEN



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Perfect your Sunday lunch with this simple but succulent roast chicken

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Lunch, Main course

Time 1h20m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1.8-2kg/4lb-4lb 8oz chicken
2 garlic cloves , bashed
2 bay leaves
50g/ 5oz butter , softened
juice 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Put the chicken in a large roasting tin, then stuff the garlic and bay leaves into the cavity. Rub the outside of the chicken with butter, then squeeze over the lemon juice and add the lemon halves to the inside of the chicken. Season inside and out, then cook the chicken for 20 mins.
  • Turn the oven down to 190C/170C fan/gas 5 and cook for a further 45 mins or until the chicken juices run clear when you pierce the thigh with a knife. Leave to rest for 15 mins before carving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 564 calories, Fat 37 grams fat, SaturatedFat 15 grams saturated fat, Protein 57 grams protein, Sodium 0.59 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use a whole chicken. A whole chicken is more flavorful and juicy than chicken breasts or thighs.
  • Pat the chicken dry. This will help the skin crisp up.
  • Season the chicken generously. Use a variety of seasonings, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  • Roast the chicken at a high temperature. This will help the skin crisp up and the meat cook through quickly.
  • Let the chicken rest before carving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the chicken.

Conclusion:

This recipe is a great way to make a simple and delicious roast chicken. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the skin is crispy. The recipe is also easy to follow, and it only requires a few ingredients. If you are looking for a simple and delicious roast chicken recipe, this is the one for you.

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