Buttermilk-Marinated Roast Chicken With Tarragon An

Name: Buttermilk-Marinated Roast Chicken With Tarragon And Dijon Mustard
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup chopped fresh tarragon; 1 tablespoon red peppercorns, crushed (black works fine as well); 3 1/2 pounds whole chicken, backbone cut out and butterflied; 5 cloves of garlic, crushed; 1 1/2 cups buttermilk; 3 tablespoons peanut oil, divided; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 3/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 1 tablespoon coarse sea salt; 1/4 cup dry white wine for deglazing (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Wash and dry your chicken. Using kitchen shears, cut along each side of the chicken backbone and remove it. Turn the chicken breast side up and press on the breastbone to flatten the chicken. Using a sharp knife, cut partway through both sides of the joint between the thighs and the drumsticks. Cut partway through both sides of the joint between the wings and the breast.
2
Crush your peppercorns by placing them in a small zipper bag and smashing them with a heavy bottle.
3
Place the dried chicken in a large zipper bag and add the remaining ingredients including the smashed peppercorns, retaining 1 tablespoon peanut oil. Massage everything together to combine, then place in an additional zipper bag to protect it because sometimes the chicken bones cut through the plastic. Then refrigerate for 1 to 3 days. When you open your refrigerator during that time, massage the chicken and flip the bag over.
4
On the day you're ready to cook, remove the chicken from the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before. Preheat the oven to 450u00b0 F.
5
Set the chicken in a large skillet skin side up; spoon a little marinade on top and then grab the garlic, peppers and tarragon out of the marinade and spread on top of the chicken. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon peanut oil all over the top of the chicken.
6
Set the skillet over high heat and cook the chicken until it starts to brown, 5 minutes. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast the chicken for 30 minutes, until the skin is browned and the chicken is cooked through.
7
Transfer the chicken to a cutting board or platter. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
8
Meanwhile, deglaze your pan with the white wine. Boil for a few minutes on high heat stirring constantly until reduced in half. Pour the juices over the chicken, cut it into 8 pieces and serve.

1341

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

127

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup chopped fresh tarragon, 1 tablespoon red peppercorns, crushed (black works fine as well), 3 1/2 pounds whole chicken, backbone cut out and butterflied, 5 cloves of garlic, crushed, and more.

Yes, Buttermilk-Marinated Roast Chicken With Tarragon And Dijon Mustard falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Buttermilk-Marinated Roast Chicken With Tarragon And Dijon Mustard

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