Convection roasting chicken is a cooking technique that involves circulating hot air around the chicken, resulting in a crispy and evenly cooked bird. This method requires a convection oven, which uses a fan to distribute the heat evenly throughout the oven cavity. Convection roasting chicken is a great option for busy home cooks, as it is a relatively hands-off method that produces delicious results. With just a few simple steps, you can create a perfectly cooked, flavorful chicken that the whole family will love.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
CONVECTION ROASTED CHICKEN
This is easy! If you don't have a convection option just roast it conventionally and it will be yummy.
Provided by Secret Agent
Categories Whole Chicken
Time 5h20m
Yield 1 chicken, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Kosher the chicken in very cold water with 1/2 cup kosher salt for at least two hours to 6 hours.
- Dry chicken very well inside and out and stuff with onion, carrot, celery, thyme and lemon.
- Separate skin from chicken breast, legs and thighs and push butter under and smoosh it down so it spreads a little.
- Mix salt, pepper, paprika, white pepper together and rub on outside of chicken.
- Put chicken into a zip baggie and refrigerate overnight.
- Next day, dry chicken again and sprinkle skin with corn startch. Set on a rack in a shallow pan breast side down (I use a cast iron skillet). Pour two cups of stock into the pan and roast at 275 conventional or 250 convection for 4 to 5 hours until the thigh meat registers at least 160.
- Flip bird breast side up for the last 30 - 45 minutes.
- A four pound bird will take about 4 hours and a five pounder will take about 5 hours. Do not judge by the time, judge by the thigh temperature.
- Serve with potatoes, rice or egg noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 493.9, Fat 35.5, SaturatedFat 12.8, Cholesterol 158.3, Sodium 484, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 1, Sugar 0.8, Protein 34.7
HERB ROASTED CHICKEN (CONVECTION-MICROWAVE)
From the Sharp Carousel Convection Microwave Cookbook. Developed for convection microwave ovens between 700 & 1050 watts.
Provided by Tinkerbell
Categories Whole Chicken
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cream together margarine, garlic, Parmesan, sage, thyme & basil.
- Turn chicken breast side up and gently work your fingers under the skin at the openings on each side of the breast.
- Continue into thighs and legs and make the skin as smooth as possible.
- Using fingers, spread herb mixture evenly under the skin.
- Place chicken, breast side up on broiling trivet.
- Bake 9 to 13 minutes PER POUND on High Mix setting or until chicken next to bone is no longer pink.
Tips for Convection Roasting Chicken:
- Choose the Right Chicken: For best results, select a whole chicken weighing between 3 and 4 pounds.
- Prepare the Chicken: Remove the giblets and pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Season the chicken inside and out with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your convection oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roast the Chicken: Place the chicken in a roasting pan and cook it in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the Chicken Rest: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Conclusion:
Convection roasting is an excellent way to cook chicken. It produces a juicy, flavorful bird with crispy skin. By following these tips, you can ensure that your convection roasted chicken turns out perfectly every time. Enjoy this delicious and healthy cooking method!
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