Chicken in a salt crust is an impressive and flavorful dish that is perfect for special occasions. Using this cooking method ensures that the chicken remains tender and juicy on the inside while the salt crust creates a crispy and savory outer layer. The salt crust also helps to evenly distribute the heat, resulting in a perfectly cooked chicken with a golden-brown crust. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice, this article will provide you with the step-by-step instructions and helpful tips you need to create a delicious and memorable chicken in a salt crust dish that will impress your friends and family.
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SALT CRUST CHICKEN
Salt-crusted chicken is a technique of encasing a chicken in a salt crust before baking. The salt crust seals in flavor and juices so the chicken is perfectly tender and juicy when it's done.
Provided by Francis Mallmann
Categories Mains
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Combine the olives, capers, thyme, garlic, bell peppers, onion, orange zest, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper to taste in a medium bowl. Whisk in the olive oil in a slow, steady stream. The salsa can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Heat an horno (similar to an outdoor bread oven) or home oven (with the rack positioned in the lower third of the oven) to approximately 500°F (260°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Put the thyme, garlic, and bay leaves in the cavity and truss with kitchen twine.
- Empty the salt into the sink (or a large basin or bucket if working outdoors). Pour 2 cups of water over the salt and, using your hands, toss to combine. Add more water as needed, a cup or two at a time, tossing until the mixture has the consistency of damp snow.
- Make a 1-inch-deep bed of salt in a roasting pan and tamp it down. Place the chicken in the center. Stick the probe of a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh. Cover the chicken completely with the remaining salt, tamping it down to make a salt crust so that it is completely encased.
- Transfer the chicken to the oven and roast for 35 to 40 minutes; the internal temperature of the thigh should read 175°F (79°C). Spread newspapers on the counter next to the sink. Remove the pan from the oven, place on the newspaper, and let the chicken rest for 10 minutes. The internal temperature will rise to about 185°F (85°C).
- Crack the salt crust with a rolling pin or mallet, lift off the pieces, and discard them. With a pastry brush, brush the remaining salt away from the chicken. Carefully pull off the skin from the breasts and legs. Slice off the chicken breasts from the bone and cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Slice the meat from the legs and thighs.
- Arrange the meat on a warm platter and spoon the salsa over the chicken.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 949 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 37 g, Fat 86 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 143 mg, Sodium 2219 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 65 g
SALT-CRUST CHICKEN
Provided by Francis Mallmann
Categories Chicken Poultry Roast Kid-Friendly Dinner Sugar Conscious Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher Small Plates
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat an horno or home oven (with the rack positioned in the lower third of the oven) to approximately 500°F.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Put the thyme, garlic, and bay leaves in the cavity and truss with kitchen twine.
- Empty the salt into the sink (or a large basin or bucket if working outdoors). Pour 2 cups of water over the salt and, using your hands, toss to combine. Add more water as needed, a cup or two at a time, tossing until the mixture has the consistency of damp snow.
- Make a 1-inch-deep bed of salt in a roasting pan and tamp it down. Place the chicken in the center. Stick the probe of a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh. Cover the chicken completely with the remaining salt, tamping it down so that it is completely encased.
- Transfer the chicken to the oven and roast for 35 to 40 minutes; the internal temperature of the thigh should read 175°F. Spread newspapers on the counter next to the sink. Remove the pan from the oven, place on the newspaper, and let rest for 10 minutes (the internal temperature will rise to about 185°F).
- Crack the salt crust with a rolling pin or mallet, lift off the pieces, and discard them. With a pastry brush, brush the remaining salt away from the chicken. Carefully pull off the skin from the breasts and legs. Slice off the breasts from the bone and cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Slice the meat from the legs and thighs.
- Arrange the meat on a warm platter and spoon the salsa over the chicken.
SALT CRUST DOUGH
Provided by Food Network
Yield enough dough for 4 chickens or
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place all of the ingredients in a large bowl and knead in the bowl until completely mixed. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- When ready to use, dust a large piece of parchment paper with flour. Place a portion of the dough on the paper and cover with a second piece of parchment. Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Remove the top piece of parchment. Invert the dough over the food to be covered and remove the other sheet of parchment. Adjust the shape of the dough and remove any excess as needed
CHICKEN IN SALT CRUST
Provided by Food Network
Time 4h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet large enough to hold the two chickens
- Stuff each chicken with 3 garlic cloves, 2 sprigs, rosemary, 2 sprigs thyme, and 1/4 teaspoon crushed peppercorns. Truss the chickens with kitchen twine. In a small bowl, combine the mustard, chopped thyme, chopped tarragon, and parsley. Using a pastry brush, brush the mustard mixture all over the chickens. Place the chickens, breast sides up, on the prepared baking sheet.
- Divide the dough in half. According to the directions in the Salt Crust Dough recipe, roll out each portion as thinly as possible. Wrap each chicken completely with dough.
- Bake until the dough is browned and rock-hard, about 50 minutes. Remove from the oven and let stand for 10 minutes. Using a hammer or the back of a heavy knife, crack open the crust and remove the chicken, brushing off any clinging crust with a clean kitchen towel. Cut each chicken in half lengthwise. Serve immediately on warmed plates
WHOLE ROASTED CHICKEN IN SALT CRUST
Orange and garlic are the dominant flavors that emerge in this dish, but the salt crust makes for a beautiful presentation.
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Time 1h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Brush chicken on all sides with balsamic vinegar. In small bowl, combine butter, chopped shallots, garlic/Morton® Kosher Salt mixture*, orange zest and pepper. Spread mixture over chicken. Lightly pat to evenly coat chicken.
- Place the chicken on oiled rack in foil lined roasting pan. Fill chicken cavity with sliced shallots and orange pieces. Sprinkle top of chicken with 1/4 cup Morton® Kosher Salt.
- Roast uncovered at 425 degrees F for 50 to 60 minutes or until juices run clear and chicken is cooked through and internal temperature reaches 170 degrees F for white meat and 180 degrees F for darker meat**. Let rest 10 minutes; remove and discard salt crust. Cut into serving pieces. Serve with roasted potatoes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 846.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 270.6 mg, Fat 57.2 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 65.2 g, SaturatedFat 18.3 g, Sodium 727.4 mg, Sugar 6.7 g
CARDAMOM CHICKEN WITH SALT AND PEPPER CRUST
Don't be turned off by the idea of 'just' salt and pepper. The marinade is intense with flavor, but it's the final seasoning of simple salt and pepper that really makes it delicious. Gotta use Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper here, please don't bother with the regular stuff. Such a difference.
Provided by DARLA
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Thigh Recipes
Time 4h55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey and cardamom in a resealable plastic bag. Place chicken thighs in the bag, and squeeze to coat. Press out most of the air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 4 to 5 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Remove the chicken from the marinade, and discard the marinade. Place chicken on a broiling pan or baking sheet. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Roast in the oven for 40 minutes, or until chicken is browned and crisp, and cooked through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 58.6 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 744.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
CRISPY SALT CRUSTED CHICKEN WITH ROASTED SHALLOTS
I found this yummy sounding recipe while searching for Australian recipes. This is a recipe from Chef Ben O'Donoghue, as seen in the LifeStyle FOOD Channel production "The Best In Australia". Time doesn't include the 2-3 hours for the salting method. Times and servings are just a estimate as it isn't listed in the recipe. The baking time will vary with the size of the thighs.
Provided by diner524
Categories Chicken Thigh & Leg
Time 55m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Salt Crusted Chicken.
- Toss the chicken thighs together with thyme, shallots, salt and peppercorns in a large bowl. Place a wire rack over a roasting tray. Arrange the chicken and the garlic on top of a roasting rack. Place in the fridge overnight or for a minimum of 2-3 hours.
- Pre-heat the oven to 180 degrees C/350°F Drain the roasting tray of any chicken juice that has been extracted by the salting process.
- Pour about a cup of water into the roasting tray.
- Rub the chicken thighs with butter. Scatter on top the shallots and the garlic from the marinade. Place the rack with the chicken back on top of the roasting tray. Dust the chicken thighs with paprika and place in the oven to roast until the skin is crispy and the chicken thighs are done.
- Roasted Garlic Aioli.
- Meanwhile, make your mayonnaise by whisking the egg yolks with the juice of 1 lemon and a pinch of salt. While whisking, slowly incorporate the oil into the egg yolk mixture until you get a smooth, thick texture.
- When the chicken is cooked, remove the roasted garlic and squeeze the soft centre into the mayo and whisk to blend.
- To serve.
- To serve divide the shallots and chicken between your plates. Dress the rocket with the sherry vinegar and scatter over the chicken. Dollop with the roasted garlic mayo.
WHOLE ROASTED CHICKEN IN SALT CRUST
Make and share this Whole Roasted Chicken in Salt Crust recipe from Food.com.
Provided by LMillerRN
Categories Whole Chicken
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preparations.
- Brush chicken on all sides with balsamic vinegar. In small bowl, combine butter, chopped shallots, garlic/Morton® Kosher Salt mixture*, orange zest and pepper. Spread mixture over chicken. Lightly pat to evenly coat chicken. Place the chicken on oiled rack in foil lined roasting pan. Fill chicken cavity with sliced shallots and orange pieces. Sprinkle top of chicken with 1/4 cup Morton® Kosher Salt.
- Cooking.
- Roast uncovered at 425°F for 50 to 60 minutes or until juices run clear and chicken is cooked through and . (**iInternal temperature reaches 170°F for /white meat and 180°F for /dark meat**). Let rest 10 minutes; remove and discard salt crust. Cut into serving pieces. Serve with roasted potatoes.
- Tips:
- *Sprinkle 1 teaspoon Morton Kosher Salt over garlic cloves. Chop garlic with Morton® Kosher Salt until minced. Proceed with remaining spices as above. ·.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 558.2, Fat 40.7, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 175.7, Sodium 7662.3, Carbohydrate 7.9, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 3.1, Protein 38.6
Tips:
- Choose the right chicken: Use a whole chicken that is about 3-4 pounds. A larger chicken will not cook evenly.
- Prepare the chicken: Remove the giblets and rinse the chicken inside and out. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- Make the salt crust: Combine 3 cups of kosher salt, 1 cup of flour, and 1 cup of water in a large bowl. Mix well until the dough is smooth and pliable.
- Coat the chicken in the salt crust: Place the chicken in the center of a large piece of plastic wrap. Spread the salt dough evenly over the chicken, making sure to cover the entire chicken. Wrap the chicken tightly in the plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Bake the chicken: Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Place the chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Serve the chicken: Carve the chicken and serve with your favorite sides.
Conclusion:
Chicken in a salt crust is a delicious and impressive dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The salt crust helps to keep the chicken moist and flavorful, and it also creates a crispy, golden-brown skin. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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