Salt-Roasted Chicken

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

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If you're looking to impress at your next dinner gathering with a dish that's not only remarkable in flavor but also accommodating for various dietary preferences, look no further than this exquisite Salt-Roasted Chicken. This gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP recipe delivers an experience that is as delightful to the palate as it is visually stunning on the table.

Imagine a perfectly roasted chicken, enveloped in a savory salt crust that locks in moisture and brings out the natural flavors of the meat. As the chicken roasts, the herbs—fresh flat-leaf parsley, marjoram, and tarragon—infuse the bird with aromatic notes that will have your guests begging for the recipe. This meal embodies the essence of comfort food while being simple enough for a weeknight dinner and elegant enough for a special occasion.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a juicy and succulent main course that serves four. Plus, with around 465 calories per serving, it fits nicely into a balanced meal plan. The ease of preparation, combined with the visual and flavor impact of the salt crust, makes this dish a must-try for both seasoned cooks and culinary novices alike. Get ready to carve and serve a showstopper that will dazzle your family and friends, making every meal feel like a celebration.

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