Best 9 Italian Oven Roasted Whole Chicken Recipes

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Roasting a whole chicken in the oven is a classic Italian cooking technique that results in a deliciously crispy skin and succulent, flavorful meat. This method of cooking is simple and straightforward, making it a great option for busy weeknight dinners or special occasion gatherings. With the right ingredients and a little bit of preparation, you can create a mouthwatering Italian oven roasted whole chicken that will impress your family and friends.

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EASY ITALIAN BAKED CHICKEN BREAST RECIPE



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Easy Italian baked chicken breast, flavored with a simple spice mixture along with fresh garlic and olive oil, and finished with parsley and fresh basil. Be sure to read the tips for best results.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
Salt and pepper
2 tsp dry oregano
1 tsp fresh thyme
1 tsp Sweet paprika
4 garlic cloves, (minced)
3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil ()
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 medium red onion, (halved and thinly sliced)
5 to 6 Campari tomatoes, (or small Roma tomatoes, halved)
Handful chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Pat chicken dry. Place a chicken breast in a large zip-top bag and zip the top (make sure to release any air in the bag first), then place it on your poultry cutting board. Using a meat mallet like this one, pound to flatten the chicken. Repeat the process with the remaining chicken breast pieces.
  • Season the chicken with kosher salt and pepper on both sides and place in a large mixing bowl or dish. Add spices, minced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and lemon juice. Combine to make sure the chicken is evenly coated with the spices and garlic.
  • In a large lightly oiled baking dish or pan, spread the onion slices on the bottom. Arrange seasoned chicken on top, and add the tomatoes.
  • Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake for 10 minutes covered, then uncover and bake for another 8 to 10 minutes or so. Watch carefully. This can take less or more time depending on the thickness of your chicken breasts. To be sure the chicken is cooked through, use an instant digital cooking thermometer. It should register 165 degrees F.
  • Remove from the heat. Let the chicken breasts rest (cover with foil or another pan) for 5 to 10 minutes or so before serving. Uncover and garnish with fresh parsley and basil. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.8 kcal, Sodium 177.5 mg, Fat 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 32.6 g, Cholesterol 96.8 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

ITALIAN OVEN ROASTED WHOLE CHICKEN



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This is a simple, low fat marinade I use on my chicken. Its very flavorful but feel free to add anything you want to it. I use cut up potatoes to cook with mine.

Provided by Momma of 4 795827

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 -5 lbs roasting chickens
1 1/2 fat-free Italian salad dressing (I use Kraft Zesty) or 1 1/2 low-fat Italian salad dressing (I use Kraft Zesty)
3 tablespoons citrus ponzu soy sauce (or regular soy sauce)
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 cups baking potatoes, cut up in strips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Wash chicken, remove anything from cavity and pat dry. Place chicken in roasting pan or glass baking dish. Mix all ingredients together and pour over chicken. Add potatoes to the pan and cover with aluminum foil. Put into oven cook for an hour and a half and then remove foil return to the over for another half an hr or until skin is crispy.

PERFECT ROAST CHICKEN



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For the perfect roast chicken dinner every time, try this popular recipe from Ina Garten, Food Network's Barefoot Contessa.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (5 to 6 pound) roasting chicken
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 large bunch fresh thyme, plus 20 sprigs
1 lemon, halved
1 head garlic, cut in half crosswise
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter, melted
1 large yellow onion, thickly sliced
4 carrots cut into 2-inch chunks
1 bulb of fennel, tops removed, and cut into wedges
Olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Remove the chicken giblets. Rinse the chicken inside and out. Remove any excess fat and leftover pin feathers and pat the outside dry. Liberally salt and pepper the inside of the chicken. Stuff the cavity with the bunch of thyme, both halves of lemon, and all the garlic. Brush the outside of the chicken with the butter and sprinkle again with salt and pepper. Tie the legs together with kitchen string and tuck the wing tips under the body of the chicken. Place the onions, carrots, and fennel in a roasting pan. Toss with salt, pepper, 20 sprigs of thyme, and olive oil. Spread around the bottom of the roasting pan and place the chicken on top.
  • Roast the chicken for 1 1/2 hours, or until the juices run clear when you cut between a leg and thigh. Remove the chicken and vegetables to a platter and cover with aluminum foil for about 20 minutes. Slice the chicken onto a platter and serve it with the vegetables.

ITALIAN ROAST CHICKEN WITH POTATOES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h11m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (6 to 7-pound) whole, fresh capon chicken (a roasting chicken may be used)
1/4 cup dry rosemary leaves
1/4 cup dry thyme leaves
1/4 chopped garlic
3 medium onions, diced
3 carrots cut into rounds
2 celery stalks, chopped
3 pounds small potatoes, peeled
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Wash the capon (actually a castrated male chicken) under cold running water, and soak for 1 hour in a pan of cold water in which 1/4 cup kosher salt has been dissolved. Drain and rinse again, using paper toweling to dry the bird inside and out.
  • Season the capon inside and out with a generous amount of salt and pepper. Put half the rosemary and thyme and all of the chopped garlic inside the cavity of the capon, along with some of the onion, carrot and celery. Tie the legs of the capon together to aid in even roasting and place, breast side down in a roasting pan. Rub the remaining herbs on the outside of the capon, drizzle all the olive oil over the capon, scattering the rest of the vegetables (except the potatoes) in the pan along with the capon. Place the roasting pan into the oven and roast the capon for 20 minutes on its breast, before turning onto its back for an additional 20 minutes. When the capon has roasted for 20 minutes on its back, add the potatoes and continue roasting for an additional hour or until the bird is thoroughly cooked (a meat thermometer registers 165 degrees F at the leg joint). Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper and remove from the oven, allowing the capon to rest for 15 minutes before serving.

TENDER ITALIAN BAKED CHICKEN



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Flavorful and moist baked chicken.

Provided by Barb Eisel

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

¾ cup mayonnaise
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¾ teaspoon garlic powder
¾ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • In a bowl, mix the mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder. Place bread crumbs in a separate bowl. Dip chicken into the mayonnaise mixture, then into the bread crumbs to coat. Arrange coated chicken on a baking sheet.
  • Bake 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until chicken juices run clear and coating is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 553.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Cholesterol 91.6 mg, Fat 39.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 31.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 768.3 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

ITALIAN-STYLE ROASTED CHICKEN BREASTS



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A delicious version of chicken breast, roasted in a blend of Italian seasonings and very easy to make.

Provided by supernerd1111

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons dry white wine
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 large onion, chopped
2 teaspoons chopped fresh mushrooms
1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix salt, rosemary, pepper, oregano, and basil together in a small bowl.
  • Mix olive oil, vegetable oil, white wine, and garlic together in a large bowl. Stir in spice mixture. Rub all over chicken breasts. Transfer to a baking dish and scatter onion and mushrooms over the tops.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the chicken reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), 40 to 45 minutes.
  • While chicken is cooking, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain. Serve chicken and spaghetti together.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 584.8 calories, Carbohydrate 58.9 g, Cholesterol 67.1 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 34.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 646.2 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

ROASTED WHOLE CHICKEN RECIPE



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Prepare a flavorful main course with our Roasted Whole Chicken Recipe. This whole chicken recipe is brushed with a flavorful mixture both under and over the skin.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h40m

Yield Makes 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1/4 cup olive oil
1 env. GOOD SEASONS Italian or Garlic & Herb Dressing Mix
1 large whole chicken (6 lb.)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix oil and dressing mix; reserve 2 Tbsp. Brush remaining oil mixture both under the chicken skin and onto the outside surface of the chicken.
  • Place chicken on rack in roasting pan.
  • Bake 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until chicken is done (165°F), brushing occasionally with reserved oil mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 290 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 26 g

ROASTED TUSCAN CHICKEN DINNER



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When an Italian friend shared many years ago that she often added Italian sausages to her pan of baked chicken, I had to give it a try! The sausages give the chicken an amazing flavor. Over the years, I've turned it into a one-dish meal by adding potatoes, onions and peppers, and it has become a family favorite that I often use for holidays, spur of the moment company and Sunday dinners. -Teri Lindquist, Gurnee, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 medium red potatoes, cut into wedges
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
6 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)
3 sweet Italian sausage links (4 ounces each), cut in half lengthwise
1 large onion, cut into wedges
1 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place potatoes in a shallow roasting pan; drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil and toss to coat. Rub chicken and sausage with 1 tablespoon oil; arrange over potatoes. , In a large bowl, toss onion and peppers with remaining oil; spoon over chicken and sausage. Sprinkle with seasonings., Bake, uncovered, until a meat thermometer inserted into chicken reads 170°-175° and potatoes are tender, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 44 g fat (13 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 149 mg cholesterol, Sodium 1,181 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26 g carbohydrate, Fiber 4 g fiber, Protein 43 g protein.

WHOLE ROASTED ITALIAN CHICKEN



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This is such a great recipe. The chicken stays so moist and the skin gets crispy and flavorful. Pop in oven and virtually forget.

Provided by Barenakedchef

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1/4 cup olive oil
1 (2/3 ounce) envelope Italian salad dressing mix
6 lbs roasting chickens

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Mix oil and salad dressing mix, brush under skin and n outside of surface of chicken.
  • Place chicken on rack in roasting pan.
  • Bake 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 hours or until chicken is cooked through, brushing occasionally with the salad dressing mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 712.4, Fat 55.4, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 213.9, Sodium 199.4, Protein 50.2

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: For the best results, choose a whole chicken that is about 3-4 pounds in size. A larger chicken may not cook evenly, while a smaller chicken may dry out.
  • Prepare the chicken: Rinse the chicken inside and out and pat it dry with paper towels. Remove any excess fat or giblets. You can also truss the chicken to help it cook evenly.
  • Season the chicken: Season the chicken generously with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices. You can also rub the chicken with olive oil or butter to help keep it moist.
  • Roast the chicken: Place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan. Add some vegetables to the pan, such as potatoes, carrots, and onions. Roast the chicken at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the chicken rest: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before carving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the chicken.

Conclusion:

Roasting a whole chicken in the oven is a simple and delicious way to prepare this versatile protein. With a little planning and preparation, you can create a flavorful and juicy chicken that will be the star of your next meal. Whether you are serving it for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner, roasted chicken is sure to please everyone at the table.

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