MARK BITTMAN'S ROAST CHICKEN PARTS WITH BUTTER OR OLIVE OIL (PLU
This was given on the web as the simplest chicken recipe there is and perhaps the easiest as well. As if that isn't enough, you can change the flavoring every time you make it so you'll never get tired of it, either. For example, you may substitute a combination of herbs for the single herb in the ingredients. Also check the variations for other flavorings. In the comments following this recipe some responders criticized the name of this recipe as being gross, citing the "chicken parts." If you come up with a better name, I hope you'll share it with the rest of us!
Provided by Lorraine of AZ
Categories Chicken
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Put the oil or butter in a roasting pan and put the pan in the oven for a couple of minutes, until the oil is hot or the butter melts. Add the chicken and turn it couple of times in the fat, leaving it skin side up. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and return the pan to the oven.
- After the chicken has cooked for 15 minutes, toss about 1/4 of the herb or herb mixture over it and turn the pieces. Sprinkle on another quarter of the herb and roast for another 10 minutes.
- Turn the chicken over (now skin side up again), add another quarter of the herb, and cook until the chicken is done (you'll see clear juices if you make a small cut in the meat near the bone) a total of 30-40 minutes at most. Garnish with the remaining herb and skim excess fat from the pan juices if necessary; serve, with some of the juices spooned over it.
- Variations:
- Add several cloves of garlic (20 wouldn't be too many).
- Add a cup or so of chopped onion, shallot, or leek.
- Add a cup or so of sliced fresh mushrooms, after the first 15 minutes of roasting.
- Add 2-3 lemons (oranges and limes are good, too). When the chicken is done, squeeze the hot lemon juice over it.
- Use Compound Butter, Flavored Oil, or a Vinaigrette from the beginning of the cooking or as a basting sauce during the cooking.
- Stir in a dollop of grainy French-style mustard when the chicken is done.
- Add a couple handfuls of cherry tomatoes and some black olives after turning the chicken skin side up again.
- Stir in a cup of any salsa in the last 10 minutes of cooking or spoon on top of the cooked chicken before serving.
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[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cooking, but this recipe is so easy to follow and the chicken turns out perfectly every time. I love that I can impress my friends and family with a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
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[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so easy to make and the chicken always turns out perfectly. I love that I can customize it to my liking by adding different herbs and spices.
Abdullah Amin
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the skin is crispy. I love that it's a one-pan meal, so cleanup is a breeze.
Bellahsen Ahmed
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for roast chicken. It's always a crowd-pleaser and it's so easy to make. I love that I can use either butter or olive oil, depending on what I have on hand.
Ramon Marrero
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party last night and it was a huge success. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and golden brown. My guests raved about it!
Sheikh Shahzad
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the sauce was amazing. I served it with roasted potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.
MD.hannan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and delicious. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Sagor Hossin
[email protected]This recipe is so easy to follow and the chicken turns out perfectly every time. I love that I can customize it to my liking by adding different herbs and spices.
Nina DFrank
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the skin is crispy. I love that I can use either butter or olive oil, depending on what I have on hand.
Valeria Moreno
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Michael Ranger
[email protected]This is the best roast chicken recipe I've ever tried. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and golden brown. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.