Murder Mystery Chicken
Unravel the deliciously suspenseful flavors of Murder Mystery Chicken, a show-stopping roast chicken recipe that combines bold spices, fresh herbs, and citrusy undertones for a tantalizing dinner centerpiece. This dish starts with a whole chicken rubbed in a fragrant blend of paprika, cumin, cayenne, garlic, and olive oil, ensuring every bite bursts with rich, smoky warmth. The mystery deepens as the cavity is stuffed with fresh rosemary, thyme, lemon, and onion, which infuse the bird with aromatic complexity as it roasts to golden perfection. Finished with frequent basting in savory chicken broth, this moist and flavorful chicken will intrigue taste buds and keep guests guessing your culinary secret. Ideal for hosting dinner parties or adding a twist of mystery to a family meal, this recipe pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece (approximately 4-5 lbs) whole chicken
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 piece lemon, halved
- 3 pieces fresh rosemary sprigs
- 5 pieces fresh thyme sprigs
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 piece yellow onion, quartered
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Remove the giblets from the cavity of the chicken and pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
Rub the chicken thoroughly with olive oil, ensuring the skin is evenly coated.
Mix together the minced garlic, paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl to create the spice rub.
Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin for maximum flavor.
Stuff the cavity of the chicken with the halved lemon, rosemary sprigs, thyme sprigs, and the quartered onion.
Place the chicken in a large roasting pan, breast-side up, and pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the pan.
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured at the thickest part of the thigh.
Throughout the roasting process, baste the chicken with the pan juices every 20 minutes to keep it moist and flavorful.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
Serve with a drizzle of the flavorful pan juices and pair with your favorite side dishes for a mysterious and delicious meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
797 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.4 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 136 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 5444 mg | 237% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.5 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 43.1 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1204 mg | 26% | |
*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.
