Roast Chicken with Mushroom Onion Stuffing
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Roast Chicken with Mushroom Onion Stuffing, a timeless dish perfect for family dinners or special occasions. This recipe combines a juicy, golden-roasted whole chicken with a savory stuffing made from tender mushrooms, sweet caramelized onions, rustic bread cubes, and fragrant herbs like thyme and parsley. Enhanced with a hint of garlic and a zesty touch of lemon, the stuffing is placed inside the chicken for optimal flavor infusion. The chicken is then roasted to perfection, delivering crispy, paprika-seasoned skin and succulent meat. Easy to prepare in just two hours, this recipe is sure to impress with its rich aroma and satisfying taste. Serve this crowd-pleasing dish with your favorite sides for a complete and memorable meal. Perfect for search terms like "roast stuffed chicken recipe," "mushroom onion stuffing," and "holiday chicken dinner ideas."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 5-pound Whole chicken
- 2 cups Mushrooms (chopped)
- 1 large Onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 4 tablespoons Butter (unsalted)
- 3 cups Bread cubes
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme (leaves only)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 Lemon (halved)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Rinse the whole chicken under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the mushrooms and garlic to the skillet. Cook for another 5-6 minutes until the mushrooms release their moisture and are tender.
Stir in the bread cubes, chicken broth, thyme, parsley, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix well until the bread is moist and evenly coated. Remove from heat and allow the stuffing mixture to cool slightly.
Rub the chicken all over with olive oil. Season the exterior with the remaining salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stuff the chicken cavity with the prepared mushroom-onion stuffing.
Place the lemon halves inside the chicken cavity along with the stuffing for added moisture and flavor.
Tie the chicken legs together with kitchen twine and tuck the wings under the chicken to ensure even cooking.
Place the chicken on a roasting rack or in a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for 90 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) when tested in the thickest part of the meat (do not touch the bone).
If the chicken skin starts to brown too quickly, loosely tent aluminum foil over the chicken during the last 30 minutes of roasting.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute and keeps the meat moist.
Carve the chicken and serve with the mushroom onion stuffing. Enjoy your delicious roast chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3083 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.1 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.9 g | 219% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 294 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 8822 mg | 384% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 395.7 g | 144% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.0 g | 118% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.7 g | ||
| Protein | 130.1 g | 260% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 628 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 30.5 mg | 169% | |
| Potassium | 2762 mg | 59% | |
*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.
