So, I had never really roasted anything. I have a beautiful, new, shiny roaster that we received as a wedding present 2 1/2 years ago. I decided it was time. I bought a whole chicken at the farmer's market. If you are a local, I would recommend the Cache Creek chicken from the Sunday farmer's market. I would also recommend the Lucky Dog beef.
I asked the lady that sold me the chicken for some cooking advice. Per her instruction I completely covered the chicken with salt. Now I am a big time salt-o-holic, and even for me I was worried this was overkill. However, the chicken did not turn out salty, it was delicious! After this rub or sprinkle on whatever herbs you think are the tastiest. I put on some basil, garlic, season all, and a poultry blend. At the end I sprinkled a bit chili powder for a little kick. Place the chicken in the roaster with the lid on at 400 degrees.
I asked the lady that sold me the chicken for some cooking advice. Per her instruction I completely covered the chicken with salt. Now I am a big time salt-o-holic, and even for me I was worried this was overkill. However, the chicken did not turn out salty, it was delicious! After this rub or sprinkle on whatever herbs you think are the tastiest. I put on some basil, garlic, season all, and a poultry blend. At the end I sprinkled a bit chili powder for a little kick. Place the chicken in the roaster with the lid on at 400 degrees.
After about 45 minutes I added the potatoes. Make sure to poke them with a fork so they don't burst. I basted them with the juice that had dripped from the chicken. It was all full of the delicious herbs. If you use bigger potatoes, put them in earlier. I also basted the chicken a bit. Continue baking it for roughly another half hour. The whole thing took about 1 1/2 hours to roast.
I was of course nervous about overcooking it, so I cut the chicken open (twice) to test it. Thus, it has two ugly slices in the top. The chicken tasted rich and juicy. I got high marks from the husband. I would highly recommend it!
I was of course nervous about overcooking it, so I cut the chicken open (twice) to test it. Thus, it has two ugly slices in the top. The chicken tasted rich and juicy. I got high marks from the husband. I would highly recommend it!
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