Best 3 Dutch Oven Whole Roast Chicken Recipes
Are you looking for a succulent and juicy roast chicken that's cooked to perfection? Look no further than a Dutch oven whole roast chicken! This classic dish is a favorite for many, and with its tender meat and golden-brown skin, it's easy to see why. In this article, we'll guide you through the steps on how to create this culinary masterpiece in the comfort of your own kitchen. From selecting the perfect chicken to choosing the right seasonings, we'll cover all the essentials to ensure your Dutch oven whole roast chicken comes out perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor. So grab your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get started on crafting this delicious and unforgettable meal.
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DUTCH OVEN WHOLE ROAST CHICKEN
Simple preparation in a Dutch oven for a moist and delicious whole chicken.
Provided by Charlie Ciborek
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Whole Chicken Recipes
Time 3h50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine salt, brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, and chipotle pepper in a bowl. Rinse and pat chicken dry. Rub with seasoning blend, placing any excess in the cavity.
- Allow to rest at room temperature for up to 90 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place chicken in the bottom of a Dutch oven. Pour butter over the chicken. Cover.
- Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, 2 to 3 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove from the oven and allow to rest, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
- Carve chicken and spoon over pan drippings before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Cholesterol 121.2 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 37.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 2979.8 mg, Sugar 7.2 g
COUNTRY ROASTED CHICKEN
This Dutch oven roast chicken recipe gets wonderful flavor from the celery, onion and parsley tucked inside. This is my family's favorite way to make roast chicken. When my daughter was away at school, she even called home to ask me for the recipe so she could make it herself. -Judy Page, Edenville, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. Sprinkle inside of chicken with thyme and 1 teaspoon salt. Stuff chicken with onion, celery and parsley sprigs. Place in a greased Dutch oven. , Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Sprinkle remaining 1 teaspoon salt over chicken. Add potatoes and broth to pan. Bake, uncovered, 25 minutes longer., Increase oven temperature to 400°. Bake, uncovered, until potatoes are tender and a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°, 10-15 minutes. Remove chicken from oven; tent with foil. Let stand 15 minutes before carving. If desired, sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 525 calories, Fat 25g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 157mg cholesterol, Sodium 1399mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 52g protein.
DUTCH OVEN CHICKEN AND VINAIGRETTE
This is a simple dish: chicken that's a little bit braised and a little bit roasted in a covered Dutch oven. The seasonings - garlic, onions, herbs and lemon - are basic and border on assertive until they cook together, when their aromas intensify and their flavors soften. Putting half the aromatics in the pot with oil and wine, tucking the other half inside the chicken and cooking in this enclosed, steamy environment means that everything that goes into the pot goes into the chicken. When the chicken's cooked through, pour off the pan juices, crush the tender garlic and add sharp mustard and vinegar to make a vinaigrette that's as good over salad greens as over the chicken.
Provided by Dorie Greenspan
Categories dinner, poultry, main course
Time 2h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Make the chicken: Heat oven to 450 degrees.
- Pour 3 tablespoons of the olive oil into a Dutch oven large enough to hold the chicken, then toss in all but 1 piece of the onion. Add the garlic and 4 sprigs each of the thyme and rosemary. Stir to coat, then season generously with salt and pepper.
- Pat the chicken dry, season the inside with salt and pepper, and tuck in the remaining piece of onion and herb sprigs. Rub the chicken with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Squeeze the juice from the lemon half over the bird, and then pop the lemon inside it with the herbs and onion. Settle the chicken into the pot, breast side up. Pour in the wine and cover.
- Roast the chicken for 60 minutes, then check on it: It's done when a thermometer plunged into the thickest part of the thigh has reached 165 degrees. If it's done but doesn't have enough color for you, you can run it under the broiler for a few minutes; if it's not done, remove the lid and continue to roast until done, 15 to 30 minutes more. Transfer the chicken to a platter, cover loosely with a foil tent, and let rest.
- While the chicken rests, make the vinaigrette: Pour off the pan drippings, measure out 6 tablespoons and return them to the pot. (If your drippings are scant or very dark, you can still use them. Keep any extra drippings for another use.) Hold onto the garlic but discard the onion and herbs from the pot. Place the pot over medium heat, pour in 1/2 cup water, and boil for a couple of minutes, scraping the bottom of the pan to pick up any stuck bits. You should have about 1/3 cup of drippings; if they're very chunky, strain them when you add them to the vinaigrette.
- Working in a medium bowl, mash 6 to 8 cloves of the soft garlic with the mustard, then whisk in the vinegar. Slowly whisk in the reserved liquid, followed by the walnut oil, if using. Taste for salt and pepper, then pour the vinaigrette into a small pitcher.
- To serve, carve the chicken, cutting it into quarters or eighths, and arrange on the platter. Pour over a little of the vinaigrette. Dress the salad greens lightly with vinaigrette and serve on the platter or in a shallow bowl. Pass the rest of the sauce at the table.
Tips:
- Choose the right chicken: For the best results, choose a whole chicken that is between 3 and 4 pounds. A larger chicken will take longer to cook and may not cook evenly.
- Pat the chicken dry: Before seasoning the chicken, pat it dry with paper towels. This will help the seasoning stick to the chicken and will also help the skin crisp up.
- Season the chicken generously: Use a mixture of salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices to season the chicken. Be sure to season the inside of the chicken as well as the outside.
- Roast the chicken at a high temperature: To get a crispy skin, roast the chicken at a high temperature (425 degrees Fahrenheit) for 20 minutes. Then, reduce the temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and continue to roast the chicken until it is cooked through.
- Use a Dutch oven: A Dutch oven is the ideal pot for roasting a whole chicken. It provides even heat distribution and helps to keep the chicken moist.
- Let the chicken rest before carving: Once the chicken is cooked through, let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the chicken, resulting in a more tender and flavorful bird.
Conclusion:
Roasting a whole chicken in a Dutch oven is a simple and delicious way to cook a classic meal. By following these tips, you can ensure that your chicken turns out perfectly cooked, with crispy skin and juicy meat. So next time you're looking for an easy and flavorful dinner option, give this recipe a try!
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