ROAST CHICKEN WITH SPANISH PAPRIKA AND HERB-ROASTED SMASHED POTATOES

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Roast Chicken with Spanish Paprika and Herb-Roasted Smashed Potatoes image

Provided by Molly Stevens

Categories     Chicken     Herb     Potato     Roast     Dinner     Winter     Thyme     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings (plus leftovers)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (5-pound) roasting chickens
8 large sprigs fresh thyme plus 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
2 tablespoons coarse kosher salt
2 1/2 teaspoons hot smoked Spanish paprika* divided
1 1/2 pounds baby potatoes (1 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter)
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons olive oil
*Sometimes called hot Pimentón de La Vera; available at some supermarkets and at tienda.com.

Steps:

  • Butterfly the chicken.
  • Tuck wing tips behind shoulder. Transfer to large rimmed baking sheet. Using fingertips, separate skin from chicken over breasts and thighs. Insert 1 thyme sprig between skin and flesh over each breast and each thigh. Repeat with second chicken. Mix 2 tablespoons coarse kosher salt and 2 teaspoons paprika in small bowl. Sprinkle all over chickens.
  • Transfer uncovered chickens, skin side up, to refrigerator; chill at least 8 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Place potatoes in 11x7x2-inch baking dish. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon paprika. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss. Drizzle chicken with 2 teaspoons oil. Place chicken and potatoes in oven; roast until thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 175°F, about 1 hour. Let chickens rest 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, toss potatoes with 1 tablespoon chopped thyme. Return to oven and roast until tender and skins wrinkle slightly, about 5 minutes. Coarsely smash. Cut chickens into breast, wing, thigh, and leg pieces. Transfer to platter. Drizzle some drippings over; serve.

Precious Mwale
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This dish was a hit at my last dinner party! Everyone loved the chicken and potatoes. I will definitely be making this again.


Tamar Khatchadour
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This dish is a bit bland for my taste, but I think that's just a matter of personal preference. I would recommend adding some more spices to the chicken.


Gulfam Shehzada
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The potatoes are especially tasty.


Ehsan Afzal
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I'm not a big fan of paprika, but I still enjoyed this dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the potatoes were very flavorful.


Willow Eve
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The chicken and potatoes are both delicious.


Hasan Shah
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the potatoes are crispy and flavorful.


AR Media Pvc
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The potatoes are a nice addition and make the dish more filling.


Nazmul Hashn
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the chicken and potatoes. I will definitely be making this again.


Shefoo Misk
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The chicken was a bit overcooked, but the potatoes were perfect.


Deb Sanchez
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste, but I think that's just a matter of personal preference.


craig pearce
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the potatoes were crispy and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Paula Webb
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I loved this recipe! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the potatoes were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I will definitely be making this again.


pasisi o ngo
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the potatoes were amazing!


Lindi Makae
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the potatoes were crispy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Added Work
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The chicken was delicious! The paprika and herb crust was flavorful and crispy, and the meat was moist and juicy. The potatoes were also very good, with a nice crispy exterior and fluffy interior. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Mueez Shah
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This chicken recipe is a keeper! The paprika and herbs blend perfectly together, and the chicken comes out juicy and flavorful. The potatoes are perfectly roasted and crispy. I will definitely be making this dish again.