ROAST CHICKEN WITH OYSTER STUFFING

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The aroma of this moist, golden brown chicken is almost as wonderful as its flavor, and Mom's oyster stuffing is to die for! -Joan Jensen (daughter), Lowell, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h35m

Yield 6 servings (4 cups stuffing).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (8 ounces) whole oysters
1 celery rib, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
3 cups cubed bread, lightly toasted
1 roasting chicken (6 to 7 pounds)
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 to 2 teaspoons paprika

Steps:

  • Drain oysters, reserving liquid; coarsely chop oysters. Set aside. In a small skillet, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Stir in parsley and Italian seasoning. Place bread cubes in a large bowl; add the butter mixture, oysters and 1/4 cup reserved oyster liquid., Just before baking, loosely stuff chicken with stuffing. Place breast side up on a rack in a large roasting pan; tie drumsticks together. Combine melted butter and paprika; spoon over chicken., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 165° when inserted in center of stuffing and thigh reaches at least 170°, basting occasionally with pan drippings. (Cover loosely with foil if chicken browns too quickly.), Cover chicken and let stand for 10 minutes before removing stuffing and carving. Skim fat and thicken pan juices if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 738 calories, Fat 48g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 239mg cholesterol, Sodium 447mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 61g protein.

oubi
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This recipe is a keeper! I will be making it again and again.


Gilbeta Masamba
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Overall, this was a great recipe and I would definitely make it again.


MUJIB RAHMAN
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I would have liked the stuffing to be a little more flavorful.


aubreysmomma2007
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This recipe was easy to follow, and the chicken turned out moist and delicious.


brandi round
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the stuffing was excellent.


sitasamari ghale
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I made this recipe for my family last week and they all loved it! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the stuffing was creamy and delicious. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Blessing Egbejule
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This was my first time making roast chicken and it was a success! The recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out perfectly. The stuffing was also delicious.


Pop Medie
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always moist and tender, and the stuffing is always a hit. I highly recommend this recipe!


Samuel Getachew
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I tried this recipe last night and it turned out great! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the stuffing was so flavorful. My family loved it.


Lilly Burnwillow
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This roast chicken with oyster stuffing was a hit at our dinner table! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the stuffing was creamy and savory. The whole dish was easy to prepare and cook, and it made for a delicious and satisfying meal. Highly r