Roast Chicken With Potatoes And Onions Recipe

Name: Roast Chicken With Potatoes And Onions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 3 1/4-to 3 1/2-pound chickens; 8 small fresh rosemary sprigs plus 2 tablespoons chopped; 3 peeled garlic cloves, thinly sliced, plus 15 unpeeled garlic cloves; 2 teaspoons fine sea salt plus additional (for seasoning); 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus additional (for seasoning); 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1/2 cup water; Nonstick vegetable oil spray; 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cut into 3/4-inch wedges; 2 large onions, cut through root end into 1/2-inch wedges; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

2 3 1/4-to 3 1/2-pound chickens
8 small fresh rosemary sprigs plus 2 tablespoons chopped
3 peeled garlic cloves, thinly sliced, plus 15 unpeeled garlic cloves
2 teaspoons fine sea salt plus additional (for seasoning)
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus additional (for seasoning)
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup water
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cut into 3/4-inch wedges
2 large onions, cut through root end into 1/2-inch wedges
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

1
Wash chickens; pat dry. Starting at neck end, slide fingers under breast skin. Slide 2 rosemary sprigs and several garlic slices onto each breast half. Rub outside of each chicken with 1 teaspoon sea salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Fold wing tips under; tie legs together. Wrap in plastic; chill 4 hours.
2
Position 1 rack in top third and 1 rack in bottom third of oven; preheat to 375u00b0F. Spread 1 tablespoon butter all over each chicken. Place chickens, breast side down, on rack set on large rimmed baking sheet. Pour wine and water onto baking sheet.
3
Coat another large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray. Toss potatoes, onions, chopped rosemary, unpeeled garlic cloves, and olive oil in large bowl; spread vegetables on prepared sheet and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place chickens on top rack of oven and vegetables on bottom rack. Roast 30 minutes. Turn chickens over; stir vegetables. Roast chickens until thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 160u00b0F, about 45 minutes longer. Let chickens rest 15 minutes. Continue roasting vegetables until brown and tender, about 30 minutes longer.
4
Transfer 1 chicken to cutting board; reserve second for soup (recipe follows). Remove rack from baking sheet; scrape pan juices into small bowl. Spoon off fat. Carve chicken on cutting board; reserve carcass for soup. Arrange chicken and vegetables on platter. Serve with pan juices.

817

kcal

Calories

Fat

112

Carbs

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 3 1/4-to 3 1/2-pound chickens, 8 small fresh rosemary sprigs plus 2 tablespoons chopped, 3 peeled garlic cloves, thinly sliced, plus 15 unpeeled garlic cloves, 2 teaspoons fine sea salt plus additional (for seasoning), and more.

Yes, Roast Chicken With Potatoes And Onions 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Roast Chicken With Potatoes And Onions

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