WHOLE ROASTED CHICKEN WITH PEAR, SHALLOTS, AND THYME

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Adding pears to a traditional roast chicken gives it moisture and a slight sweetness.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 whole chicken (about 3 1/2 pounds), rinsed and patted dry inside and out (neck, liver, and giblets discarded)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, plus 10 fresh thyme sprigs
3 garlic cloves, unpeeled
1/2 lemon, halved
8 shallots, peeled and halved lengthwise
3 Anjou pears, halved, cored, and halved again

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475 degrees. Place chicken in a roasting pan and season all over with salt and pepper. Gently loosen skin and rub chicken breasts with thyme leaves, salt, and pepper. Stuff cavity with 5 thyme sprigs, garlic, and lemon. Using kitchen twine, securely tie legs together; tuck wing tips underneath.
  • Roast chicken for 15 minutes. Remove from oven, baste with pan juices; add shallots, pears, and remaining thyme sprigs to pan. Return to oven and continue to roast, until thermometer inserted in the thick part of the thigh (avoiding the bone) reaches 165 degrees, 45 minutes to 1 hour, basting and tossing pears and shallots once. Transfer to a serving platter and let rest 10 minutes before serving.

unlimited gacha
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I've tried many roasted chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the pears and shallots add a delicious touch.


Jammoin Jammoin
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This is one of my favorite chicken recipes. I make it all the time, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Aimee Louise
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's easy to make and the results are delicious.


Depe Penn
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made a big batch of roasted chicken on Sunday and used the leftovers to make this dish on Monday. It was just as good as the first time!


Tara Latson
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I'm not a huge fan of pears, but I loved them in this recipe. They added a nice sweetness and juiciness to the chicken.


Dhana Dhami
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This recipe is a great way to change up your usual roasted chicken routine. The pears and shallots add a unique and delicious flavor that everyone will love.


Nazar Hilaire
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the pears and shallots add a nice touch of sweetness. I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.


Naeem Rose Naeem Rose
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The chicken is cooked to perfection and the pears and shallots add a delicious sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe.


pro gameing
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the pears and shallots were a perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again.


Mahin Sarker
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I made this recipe last night and it was a huge hit with my family. The chicken was moist and juicy, and the pears and shallots added a nice sweetness and depth of flavor. I'll definitely be making this again!


shahbaz yaseen
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This roasted chicken recipe is a winner! The combination of pears, shallots, and thyme creates a delightful and flavorful dish that's perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal.