Looking for an easy yet impressive way to cook chicken? Here’s a genius trick that will elevate your dinner game. This recipe infuses the chicken with rich, aromatic flavors and leaves it perfectly juicy with a golden, crispy skin. It’s so good you’ll never want to cook chicken any other way!
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken
- 1.5 liters of white wine
- 3 dried bay leaves
- 2 sprigs of rosemary
- 1 head of garlic (with the tip cut off)
- 2 teaspoons of salt
- 1 tablespoon of black peppercorns
- 1 small peeled onion
- 50 grams of softened butter
- 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
- A pinch of black pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Prep and Cook the Chicken
- Place the whole chicken in a large saucepan.
- Pour in 1.5 liters of white wine to completely immerse the chicken in a flavorful bath.
- Add the bay leaves, rosemary, garlic, salt, black peppercorns, and onion.
- Bring everything to a gentle boil over medium-low heat, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
Step 2: Create the Seasoned Butter
- In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with 1 teaspoon of salt, a pinch of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning.
- Stir well until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Step 3: Bake the Chicken
- Once the chicken has cooked in the wine, carefully drain the liquid and transfer the chicken to a baking dish.
- Using a brush, generously spread the seasoned butter all over the chicken.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
Step 4: Roast to Perfection
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Bake the chicken, covered, for 40 minutes.
- Remove the aluminum foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the chicken skin is golden and crispy. Make sure to keep an eye on it, as oven times may vary.
Serve and Enjoy!
Your genius chicken recipe is now ready! Serve it with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Pro Tip
This recipe is perfect for dinner parties or family gatherings. The unique flavors will have everyone asking for seconds—and the secret recipe!
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