Fireplace Chicken
Transform your next meal into a rustic culinary experience with Fireplace Chicken, the ultimate fusion of hearty comfort and bold, smoky flavors. This recipe takes a whole chicken and elevates it with a garlic-infused olive oil marinade, fresh rosemary, and a zesty touch of lemon, all cooked to perfection over glowing embers in your fireplace. A bed of roasted vegetables, caramelized from the chicken's drippings, completes this one-pan masterpiece. The cooking process infuses the chicken with a subtle smokiness and ensures a golden, crisp skin while keeping the meat tender and juicy. Perfect for cozy evenings by the fire, this show-stopping dish is as much about the experience as it is about the taste. Whether you're seeking a unique take on roasted chicken or looking to impress with a rustic cooking method, Fireplace Chicken delivers unforgettable results.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece Whole chicken
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary sprigs
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 piece Lemon, sliced
- 4 cups Vegetables for roasting (e.g., potatoes, carrots, onions)
- 2 tablespoons Butter, softened
Instructions
Ensure your fireplace is clean and safe for cooking. Build a fire with hardwood and allow it to burn down to glowing embers.
While the fire burns down, prepare the chicken. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and place it on a clean work surface.
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
Rub the marinade all over the chicken, making sure to coat it evenly, including under the skin for maximum flavor.
Stuff the cavity of the chicken with fresh rosemary sprigs and lemon slices.
Rub the softened butter over the surface of the chicken for extra moisture and a golden crust.
Prepare a roasting pan by arranging a bed of chopped vegetables (e.g., potatoes, carrots, and onions) to sit underneath the chicken. This will absorb the drippings and cook alongside the meat.
Place the chicken on the bed of vegetables in the roasting pan. Cover the pan with aluminum foil.
Carefully position the pan on a sturdy grate over the fireplace embers. Ensure there is enough clearance to prevent flames from licking the pan.
Cover the fireplace opening partially with a heat-resistant screen or fire-safe material to reflect heat evenly toward the chicken.
Allow the chicken to cook for approximately 60–90 minutes, turning the pan occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Remove the foil in the last 15 minutes of cooking to allow the chicken to brown and crisp. Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Carefully remove the roasting pan from the fireplace, let the chicken rest for 10 minutes, and carve it for serving.
Serve the fireplace chicken with the roasted vegetables and enjoy the smoky, tender flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1158 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.5 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.0 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 167 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 5342 mg | 232% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.5 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.8 g | 106% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.7 g | ||
| Protein | 45.0 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 3439 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
