Salt-Roasted Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
12%
Salt-Roasted Chicken
45 min.
4
465kcal

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Imagine a dish that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also caters to various dietary needs. Our Salt-Roasted Chicken is a culinary masterpiece that is gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP, making it a perfect choice for anyone looking to enjoy a delicious meal without compromising on health. This recipe is designed for those who appreciate the art of cooking and want to impress their family or guests with minimal effort.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a succulent chicken that is enveloped in a flavorful salt crust, locking in moisture and enhancing the natural flavors of the bird. The combination of fresh herbs like parsley, marjoram, and tarragon infuses the chicken with aromatic goodness, elevating it to a whole new level. The result is a beautifully roasted chicken with tender, juicy meat that practically falls off the bone.

Perfect for lunch or dinner, this dish serves four and is not only satisfying but also a feast for the eyes. With a caloric breakdown that emphasizes protein while keeping fats and carbs in check, you can indulge guilt-free. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply enjoying a cozy meal at home, this Salt-Roasted Chicken is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. Get ready to impress with a dish that is as delightful to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  •  chicken 
  • 12 large egg whites 
  • large sprigs flat parsley 
  • 2.8 pounds kosher salt 
  • large sprigs marjoram 
  • large sprigs tarragon 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a 15x11"roasting pan with foil, if desired. Stuffherbs into chicken cavity; tie legs looselytogether. Tuck wing tips under.
  2. Place salt and egg whites in a largebowl. Use your hands to blend well,kneading to soften slightly, about4 minutes. Pack 1/3 of salt mixture ontobottom of pan.
  3. Place chicken on top. Packremaining salt mixture over and aroundchicken to completely enclose.
  4. Roast until a thermometer registers165°F when inserted through the saltcrust into thickest part of thigh, about70 minutes.
  5. Let rest for 10 minutes.Crack salt with the back of a knife orwooden spoon.
  6. Remove salt and skinfrom chicken; transfer meat to a worksurface. Carve and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories465kcal
Protein41.05%
Fat57.53%
Carbs1.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.5
Glycemic Load
0.23
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
19.202608543894%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.64mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:465.44kcal
23.27%
Fat:28.96g
44.56%
Saturated Fat:8.23g
51.42%
Carbohydrates:1.6g
0.53%
Net Carbohydrates:1.22g
0.44%
Sugar:0.74g
0.82%
Cholesterol:142.83mg
47.61%
Sodium:121163.91mg
5268%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:46.5g
93%
Selenium:47.6µg
68%
Vitamin B3:13.16mg
65.82%
Vitamin B2:0.68mg
39.78%
Vitamin B6:0.7mg
34.96%
Phosphorus:299.87mg
29.99%
Manganese:0.46mg
23.03%
Iron:3.73mg
20.73%
Zinc:2.9mg
19.34%
Vitamin B5:1.92mg
19.24%
Vitamin K:19.82µg
18.88%
Potassium:584.47mg
16.7%
Magnesium:57.67mg
14.42%
Calcium:127.22mg
12.72%
Vitamin B12:0.68µg
11.32%
Copper:0.22mg
11.12%
Vitamin A:421.81IU
8.44%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.19%
Vitamin C:4.8mg
5.82%
Folate:20.64µg
5.16%
Vitamin E:0.59mg
3.93%
Vitamin D:0.38µg
2.54%
Fiber:0.38g
1.53%
Source:Epicurious