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 for a delicious and flavorful way to prepare chicken, look no further than this Salt-Roasted Chicken recipe! Perfect for anyone seeking a simple yet impressive dish, this gluten-free and dairy-free method promises a tender and juicy bird that is packed with flavor. Utilizing an intriguing salt crust technique, it results in a succulent chicken that needs minimal seasonings, allowing the natural flavors of the herbs to shine through.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a stunning main course that is not only perfect for lunch or dinner but also caters to those following a low FODMAP diet. The combination of fresh flat-leaf parsley, marjoram, and tarragon infuses the chicken with a delightful aroma and taste that will delight your guests and family alike. The crispy salt exterior seals in moisture, ensuring that each slice is bursting with juicy perfection.

This recipe is ideal for gatherings or weeknight dinners, making it a versatile and impressive addition to your culinary repertoire. With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll be amazed at how you can elevate a simple chicken to a gourmet experience. So, roll up your sleeves and prepare to wow your palate with this exquisite Salt-Roasted Chicken!

Ingredients

  •  —4-pound chicken 
  • 12 large egg whites 
  • large sprigs flat-leaf 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