Whole Roasted Chicken
Whole roasted chicken is a classic, comforting staple of the Romanian Sunday table. Rubbed with garlic-herb butter, paprika, and thyme, then roasted at high heat until golden with crispy skin and juicy meat, it makes the perfect family meal.
Servings
4
Prep
20 min
Cook
1 h 15 min
Total
1 h 35 min
🥘Ingredients
servings
The Chicken
Herb butter marinade
Aromatic cavity filling
Roasting vegetables
✅Dietary Compatibility
Yield
1 whole chicken (4 servings)
📦Storage
Refrigerator
Leftover meat keeps in the refrigerator in a covered container for up to 3 days
Freezer
Chicken pieces can be frozen for up to 2 months well wrapped in cling film
🥗Nutrition Facts
Values per 180 g serving of meat (boneless, without side dishes)
Calories
230 kcal
Protein
28 g
Fat
12 g
Carbohydrates
2 g
Fiber
0 g
🍷Pairs Well With
💡Variations
Roast chicken with mushrooms: add 300 g button mushrooms to the roasting tin with the vegetables for a richer flavor.
Yogurt and garlic marinade: replace the butter with 150 g full-fat yogurt mixed with garlic and paprika for extremely tender meat.
Honey-mustard glazed chicken: add 2 tbsp honey and 1 tbsp mustard to the marinade for a caramelized glaze.
Clay pot roast chicken: cook covered for the first 45 minutes, then uncover to brown — the meat will be incredibly juicy.