Engagement Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
19%
Engagement Chicken
45 min.
2
835kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that promises more than just a delightful meal – it's a ticket to love and romance! Introducing Engagement Chicken, a dish so delectable that it has been known to sweep the hearts off countless partners. Imagine the aroma of a perfectly roasted chicken, infused with the vibrant zest of fresh lemons and aromatic herbs, wafting through your kitchen. This gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP recipe is designed for those who seek a wholesome yet indulgent dining experience.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a meal that serves two, perfect for an intimate dinner date or a midday bonding experience. With a rich caloric content of 835 kcal per serving, this dish not only satisfies your hunger but also tantalizes your taste buds with its balanced preparation. As you savor each bite of tender, juicy chicken, bathed in the trademark "marry me juice," you'll find yourself enchanted by its simplicity and elegance.

Whether you're looking to impress a significant other or simply enjoy a luxurious meal at home, Engagement Chicken is the answer. The carefully crafted combination of fresh herbs, zesty lemons, and a perfect roasting technique ensures that every mouthful is bursting with flavor. So don your apron and get ready to create a memorable meal that might just ignite a spark of romance!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon sea salt 
  • servings flat parsley fresh for garnish (4 rosemary sprigs, 4 sage sprigs, 8 thyme sprigs, and 1 bunch flat-leaf parsley
  • 0.5 cup juice of lemon fresh whole sliced for garnish
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  •  chicken whole (approx. 4 pounds)

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • oven
  • knife
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • tongs
  • colander

Directions

  1. Position an oven rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Remove the giblets from the chicken, wash the chicken inside and out with cold water, then let the chicken drain, cavity down, in a colander for 2 minutes.
  3. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
  4. Place the chicken breast-side down in a medium roasting pan fitted with a rack and pour the lemon juice all over the chicken, both inside and out. Season the chicken all over with salt and pepper inside and out.
  5. Prick 2 whole lemons three times in three different places on each with a fork and place them deep inside the cavity. Chicken cavity size may vary, so if one lemon is partly sticking out, that’s fine. (Tip: If the lemons arestiff, roll them on the countertop with your palm before pricking to get the juices flowing.)
  6. Put the chicken in the oven, lower the oven temperature to 350 degrees F, and roast, uncovered for 15 minutes.
  7. Remove the roasting pan from the oven. Using tongs or two woodenspoons, turn the chicken breast-side up. Insert a meat thermometer in thethigh, and return the chicken to the oven and roast for about 1 hour to 1hour and 15 minutes or until the meat thermometer reads 180 degrees F and thejuices run clear when the thigh is pricked with a fork. Continue roasting ifnecessary. Keep in mind that cooking times in different ovens vary; roastinga chicken at 350°F takes approximately 18-20 minutes per pound, plusan additional 15 minutes for a stuffed chicken that is 4 pounds.
  8. Pour the juices from the roasting pan on top of the sliced chicken&151;this is the "marry me juice."
  9. Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon slices.
  10. Carving a bird takes a lot of practice, so don't expect it to be perfect on your first try. The most important thing is to have a sharp knife (preferably one made specifically for carving). Start by slicing the breasts, removing as much meat as possible, and then remove the legs and the wings (using kitchen shears work swell too). Don't worry if it looks messy; it will taste just as good.
  11. Reprinted with permission from 100 Recipes Every Woman Should Know: Engagement Chicken and 99 Other Fabulous Dishes to Get You Everything You Want in Life by Cindi Leive and the Editors of Glamour. Copyright (c) 201

Nutrition Facts

Calories835kcal
Protein34.66%
Fat63.01%
Carbs2.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32
Glycemic Load
0.1
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
29.574347413105%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
2.98mg
Hesperetin
8.83mg
Naringenin
0.84mg
Apigenin
8.62mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.61mg
Quercetin
0.24mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:835.01kcal
41.75%
Fat:57.55g
88.55%
Saturated Fat:16.45g
102.83%
Carbohydrates:4.78g
1.59%
Net Carbohydrates:4.34g
1.58%
Sugar:1.57g
1.75%
Cholesterol:285.66mg
95.22%
Sodium:3757.79mg
163.38%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:71.23g
142.46%
Vitamin B3:26.02mg
130.09%
Selenium:54.95µg
78.49%
Vitamin K:72.13µg
68.7%
Vitamin B6:1.37mg
68.31%
Phosphorus:567.88mg
56.79%
Vitamin C:35.02mg
42.45%
Vitamin B5:3.57mg
35.69%
Zinc:5.08mg
33.85%
Vitamin B2:0.47mg
27.71%
Potassium:812.22mg
23.21%
Iron:3.8mg
21.13%
Magnesium:82.78mg
20.7%
Vitamin B12:1.18µg
19.68%
Vitamin A:876.59IU
17.53%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.48%
Copper:0.21mg
10.39%
Folate:41.22µg
10.3%
Vitamin E:1.27mg
8.46%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.94%
Calcium:55.45mg
5.55%
Vitamin D:0.76µg
5.08%
Fiber:0.44g
1.77%
Source:Epicurious