Description
This recipe for Spicy Calabrian Chili Roasted Chicken delivers bold flavors and a perfectly roasted finish. It’s a simple yet impressive dish that combines tender chicken with the zesty heat of Calabrian chilis, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons Calabrian chili paste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- Fresh herbs, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, mix the Calabrian chili paste, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, chopped rosemary, and thyme to create the marinade.
- Rinse the whole chicken and pat it completely dry with paper towels.
- Rub the prepared marinade generously all over the chicken, ensuring some gets under the skin.
- Season the chicken inside and out with salt and pepper.
- Place the lemon wedges inside the chicken cavity.
- Arrange the marinated chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan.
- Roast in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh reads 165°F (75°C).
- Optional: Baste the chicken with its juices halfway through cooking.
- Remove the roasted chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
- Using fresh herbs significantly enhances the flavor.
- Adjust the amount of Calabrian chili paste to control the spice level.
- Allowing the chicken to rest is crucial for a juicy result.
- Consider adding other spices like smoked paprika or a touch of honey to the marinade.
- Pair with flavorful side dishes for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6th of chicken
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: N/A