Standard Grill Million Dollar Chicken Recipe

Name: Standard Grill Million Dollar Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 lbs whole chickens, preferably organic; kosher salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1 bay leaf; 1 lemon; 3 -4 garlic cloves, lightly smashed; 5 sprigs fresh thyme; olive oil; 2 -4 slices stale bread, cut 3/4 inches thick (or more); maldon salt (I left this out); 1/2 cup creme fraiche; 1/2 lemon, zested and juiced; 1 1/2 teaspoons grated shallots; 1/2 teaspoon aleppo pepper

Servings: persons

3 1/2 lbs whole chickens, preferably organic
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 bay leaf
1 lemon
3 -4 garlic cloves, lightly smashed
5 sprigs fresh thyme
olive oil
2 -4 slices stale bread, cut 3/4 inches thick (or more)
maldon salt (I left this out)
1/2 cup creme fraiche
1/2 lemon, zested and juiced
1 1/2 teaspoons grated shallots
1/2 teaspoon aleppo pepper

1
The day before you plan to cook the chicken, season inside and out with salt and pepper. Stuff with quartered lemon, bay leaf, garlic and thyme. Refrigerate.
2
On the day you plan to cook the chicken take it out 30 minutes before you plan to roast it. Set oven to 425-450.
3
in a pan just large enough to hold the chicken ( I used a cast iron skillet) oil the pan lightly and place the bread in the pan. Only use as much bread as will be under the chicken or else it will burn. Place the chicken on the bread.
4
drizzle the bird with olive oil and place in the oven for 40-50 minutes, basting every 15 minute if there are any juices.
5
While the chicken roasts make the glaze by combining the creme fraiche with the lemon zest, juice, shallot and pepper.
6
When the chicken is almost done brush on a bit of the glaze and cook another 5 minutes. The glaze will caramelize. Repeat a second time.
7
When the chicken is done remove from oven and let rest 10 minutes. The bread should be crisp on the bottom (mine was black) and moist and juicy on the top. Cut the bread into 2-3 pieces and serve with the chicken.
8
Garnish with lemon wedges and maldon salt.

784

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

128

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/2 lbs whole chickens, preferably organic, kosher salt, fresh ground black pepper, 1 bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Standard Grill Million Dollar Chicken 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!

Standard Grill Million Dollar Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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