Best Brined Roast Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
10%
Best Brined Roast Chicken
135 min.
4
447kcal

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If you're looking for a mouthwatering and juicy roast chicken that caters to dietary restrictions, look no further than this Best Brined Roast Chicken recipe. Not only is it gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP, but it also promises to deliver an explosion of flavor that your family and friends will rave about. The secret lies in the brining process, which infuses the chicken with moisture and seasoning, ensuring each bite is tender and succulent.

This dish is perfect for various occasions, whether it's a casual dinner with the family or an elegant lunch gathering. The combination of Mexican Tropical Chile Brine and Chinese Star Anise-Orange Brine adds a delightful twist, offering a unique burst of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With just a few simple ingredients and a little patience, you can create a stunning centerpiece that is sure to impress.

Simple to prepare and taking just over two hours from start to finish, this roast chicken is also relatively easy, allowing you to enjoy more time with your guests. Let the mouthwatering aroma fill your kitchen as it roasts to golden perfection. Serve it alongside your favorite accompaniments for a complete meal that balances richness with the subtle zest of citrus and spices. Dive into this culinary adventure and experience the joy of homemade roast chicken like never before!

Ingredients

  • servings pepper flakes 
  •  chicken rinsed
  • servings star anise chinese
  • tbsp vegetable oil 
  • servings frangelico 
  • servings frangelico 

Equipment

  • oven
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Prepare brine. Put chicken breast-down in brine, weight with a small plate, cover, and chill at least 8 and up to 12 hours.
  2. Drain chicken (discard brine) and pat completely dry inside and out. Rub chicken all over with oil, then set breast-up on a V-shaped rack in a 12- by 17-in. roasting pan; tuck wing tips under if you like.
  3. Let chicken stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 40
  4. Roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally through thickest part of breast reaches 160, 45 to 55 minutes for a smaller bird or 1 to 1 1/4 hours for a larger one; after 30 minutes, if any areas start to get dark, tent them with foil.
  5. Transfer chicken to a warm platter and let stand in a warm place about 10 minutes.
  6. Serve chicken with accompaniments.
  7. *To find small (uncooked) chickens, try markets that roast rotisserie birds (which are small) on-site.
  8. Make ahead: Up to 1 day, brine chicken as directed, then drain and chill.

Nutrition Facts

Calories447kcal
Protein32.59%
Fat66.15%
Carbs1.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.5
Glycemic Load
0.35
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
14.593478301297%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:446.87kcal
22.34%
Fat:32.28g
49.67%
Saturated Fat:8.74g
54.6%
Carbohydrates:1.38g
0.46%
Net Carbohydrates:1.09g
0.39%
Sugar:0.53g
0.59%
Cholesterol:142.83mg
47.61%
Sodium:134.37mg
5.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:35.78g
71.57%
Vitamin B3:13.11mg
65.53%
Selenium:27.52µg
39.32%
Vitamin B6:0.72mg
36.18%
Phosphorus:288.65mg
28.86%
Vitamin C:17.63mg
21.37%
Vitamin B5:1.76mg
17.61%
Zinc:2.57mg
17.16%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.12%
Iron:2.19mg
12.15%
Potassium:406.54mg
11.62%
Magnesium:42.09mg
10.52%
Vitamin K:10.51µg
10.01%
Vitamin B12:0.59µg
9.84%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.32%
Vitamin A:364.93IU
7.3%
Vitamin E:0.92mg
6.12%
Copper:0.11mg
5.67%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.89%
Folate:13.83µg
3.46%
Calcium:28.81mg
2.88%
Vitamin D:0.38µg
2.54%
Fiber:0.3g
1.18%
Source:My Recipes