Recipe For Roast Chicken with Herb Stuffing

Shane Lowry

This delicious recipe for roast chicken with herb stuffing is sure to impress your guests.
Learn how to make a perfectly seasoned and succulent roast chicken with a flavourful herb stuffing.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1 30

Total Time 1 40

Cuisine New Zealand

Servings 1 roast chicken with stuffing

Calories 298 kcal

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

1 whole chicken about 1.5kg
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

For the Herb Stuffing:

2 slices of bread torn into small pieces
1 onion finely chopped
2 celery stalks finely chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs such as sage, rosemary, and thyme
½ cup chicken broth
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Rinse the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels.
Rub the chicken with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
In a large bowl, combine the bread pieces, onion, celery, garlic, herbs, chicken broth, salt, and pepper.
Mix well until the stuffing is evenly distributed.
Loosely stuff the chicken cavity with the herb stuffing.
Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast for 1½ hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.

Notes

Tips:

For extra flavour, rub the chicken with softened butter before roasting.
To ensure the chicken cooks evenly, truss the chicken before roasting.
This involves tying the legs together with kitchen twine.
If you prefer a crispy skin, baste the chicken with the pan juices during the last 30 minutes of roasting.

Herb Stuffing Variations:

Experiment with different herbs in the stuffing, such as parsley, tarragon, or oregano.
Add chopped nuts or dried fruits to the stuffing for a richer flavour and texture.
For a more decadent stuffing, use sausage meat instead of breadcrumbs.

Conclusion:

Roast chicken with herb stuffing is a culinary classic that never disappoints.
With its simple yet flavourful ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this dish is sure to become a staple in your kitchen repertoire.
So gather your loved ones around the table and savour the symphony of flavours that this culinary delight has to offer.

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