Sarasota'S Roasted Whole Chicken With A White Wine

Name: Sarasota'S Roasted Whole Chicken With A White Wine Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs chicken, washed inside and out and patted dry; 1 orange, cut in quarters; 1 lemon, cut in quarters; 1 medium onion, cut in quarters; 3 garlic cloves (smashed but not cut); 1 tablespoon butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon kosher salt (1 half for the skin, 1 half for the cavity); 1 teaspoon ground black pepper (1 half for the skin, 1 half for the cavity); 1 teaspoon dried parsley; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 1 cup chicken broth (optional, to add to the bottom of the pan) or 1 cup water (optional, to add to the bottom of the pan); Gravy; 1 cup white wine; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 teaspoon butter; 1 teaspoon fresh parsley; 1 teaspoon cornstarch (mix with one teaspoon water, will make a slurry to thicken the drippings)

Servings: persons

4 lbs chicken, washed inside and out and patted dry
1 orange, cut in quarters
1 lemon, cut in quarters
1 medium onion, cut in quarters
3 garlic cloves (smashed but not cut)
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon kosher salt (1 half for the skin, 1 half for the cavity)
1 teaspoon ground black pepper (1 half for the skin, 1 half for the cavity)
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 cup chicken broth (optional, to add to the bottom of the pan) or 1 cup water (optional, to add to the bottom of the pan)
Gravy
1 cup white wine
2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon fresh parsley
1 teaspoon cornstarch (mix with one teaspoon water, will make a slurry to thicken the drippings)

1
Prepare -- Clean the chicken, rinse and pat dry. Add 1/2 the salt and pepper into the cavity along with the orange, lemon, onion and garlic.
2
Mix the olive oil, butter, remaining salt and pepper along with the parsley and cayenne pepper. Brush this all over the chicken.
3
I tuck the wings under the chicken and set in a roasting pan on my cut thick onion slices, or celery, or even carrots. If you don't want to use a natural vegetable rack you can use just of baking rack but I just love the flavor the vegetables give the gravy. I do not like to truss or tie my legs together. To me they get done more evenly when not tied.
4
Time to bake -- Now I like to add 1 cup chicken broth or you can just use water in the bottom of the pan. It gives a little moisture along with the dripping from the chicken. Heat the oven to 450 degrees and cook the chicken uncovered for about 20 minutes. Reduce to 375 and cook for another 40-60 minutes depending on the size of your chicken. I always remove when the internal temperature reaches 170-175 and the juices will run clear when you stick a knife or fork in the thigh.
5
Resting -- Make sure you remove from the pan to a plate and cover with foil. Let rest at least 15 minutes. Temperature will rise to 180 easily.
6
Gravy -- First remove most of the grease from the drippings, just use a tablespoon, there shouldn't be too much. Then put the pan on the stove top and on medium heat, deglaze the pan with white wine about 1 cup and scrape up all the drippings. At this point, I still keep all the vegetables I used as the rack still in the pan. Then I add 2 cups of chicken broth and let it reduce 5 or so minutes as the chicken continues to rest.
7
I finish by adding a teaspoon of butter and then thickening just a bit with corn starch mixed with just a little water (a slurry) just lightly, I don't want it too thick, and then strain the gravy. I then add a little parsley right at the end (optional). And drizzle over the cut up roasted chicken. It is perfection.

1257

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

202

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lbs chicken, washed inside and out and patted dry, 1 orange, cut in quarters, 1 lemon, cut in quarters, 1 medium onion, cut in quarters, and more.

Yes, Sarasota'S Roasted Whole Chicken With A White Wine Sauce 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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Sarasota'S Roasted Whole Chicken With A White Wine Sauce

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