Best 2 Garlic Stuffed Roasted Chicken Recipes

Garlic stuffed roasted chicken is an iconic dish that offers a delightful blend of savory and aromatic flavors. With its crispy golden skin, succulent meat, and a hint of garlic in every bite, this mouthwatering dish is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. The key to achieving the perfect roasted chicken is selecting the right ingredients, using the proper cooking techniques, and allowing sufficient time for the flavors to develop. This article will guide you through the process of creating a delicious garlic stuffed roasted chicken that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC-STUFFED ROASTED CHICKEN

Garlic-Stuffed Roasted Chicken image

In this classic roast chicken recipe, we've infused the rich flavor of roasted garlic.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

3/4 cup Roasted Garlic
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 whole chicken (3 1/2 to 4 pounds)
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

Preheat oven to 425. In a small bowl, roughly mash 3/4 cup Roasted Garlic with a fork. Season with salt and pepper.
Rinse chicken inside and out and pat dry. Gently slip your fingers between skin and meat of breast, thighs, and legs to loosen skin. Evenly spread mashed garlic under skin, starting with leg and thigh area and working your way back toward neck. Generously season chicken inside and out with salt and pepper. Tuck wing tips underneath chicken and tie legs together with kitchen twine.
Heat a 12-inch cast-iron skillet or roasting pan on high. Add oil, swirl to coat skillet, then add chicken. Cook 1 minute, then transfer skillet to oven. Roast chicken until skin is deep golden brown and juices run clear when pierced between breast and leg (an instant-read thermometer should read 160 degrees when inserted in thickest part of a thigh, avoiding bone), 40 to 45 minutes. Let sit 10 minutes before carving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 609 g, Fat 37 g, Protein 54 g

ROASTED CHICKEN WITH FRESH GARLIC AND SPINACH STUFFED UNDER THE SKIN AND WILD MUSHROOM MASHED POTATOES

Roasted Chicken with Fresh Garlic and Spinach Stuffed Under the Skin and Wild Mushroom Mashed Potatoes image

Provided by Food Network

Categories main-dish

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

1/2 cup ground cumin
1/2 cup ground fennel
1/4 cup ground coriander
1/2 cup ground anise
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons white pepper
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons sliced garlic
1 pound cleaned spinach
1 whole chicken
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon fresh black pepper
1 pound cooked potatoes dry and mashed
1 cup milk, heated
2 teaspoons whole butter
1 cup lightly cooked assorted wild mushrooms in a little whole butter and shallots, include shiitake, morels
2 tablespoons rich demi-glace

Steps:

Mix thoroughly and reserve for seasoning the chicken.
Preheat oven to 340 degrees. Brown off the garlic lightly in olive oil and place to the side. Then saute your spinach quickly until starts to wilt. Remove from the flame and add to lightly browned garlic. Chill. Slide your fingers in between the skin and the breast meat of the chicken. Neatly slide your spinach and garlic mixture in between the skin and the breast meat. Truss your chicken and lightly sprinkle some of your herb mixture over the top of chicken and rub with olive oil. Bake in a pre-heated 340 degree oven for about 45 minutes.
While the potatoes are still warm add your heated milk, butter, mushrooms, and demi-glace. Mix thoroughly until incorporated.

Tips:

Choose a whole chicken that is between 3 and 4 pounds for optimal cooking time and juiciness.
To make the garlic butter, use softened butter for easy mixing and spreading. If the butter is too hard, it will be difficult to incorporate the garlic and herbs.
Make sure the chicken is completely dry before roasting. This will help the skin crisp up and prevent the chicken from steaming.
Roast the chicken at a high temperature (425°F) for the first 30 minutes to sear the skin and lock in the juices. Then, reduce the temperature to 350°F for the remaining cooking time to ensure the chicken cooks evenly throughout.
Baste the chicken every 20 minutes with the melted garlic butter. This will help keep the chicken moist and flavorful.
Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. The chicken is done when the internal temperature reaches 165°F in the thickest part of the thigh.
Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.

Conclusion:

Garlic stuffed roasted chicken is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for dinner or lunch. With its crispy skin, juicy meat, and flavorful garlic butter, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe is easy to follow and will yield delicious results. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to enjoy a delightful meal with your family and friends.