Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Dry Salt Brined Roasted Chicken

Dry Brine:

3 T kosher salt

1-2 T zest of an orange and lemon

2 tsp fresh chopped thyme and rosemary

Mix and spread all over a prepared whole chicken.  Place in a bowl in the refrigerator UNCOVERED for 24 -48 hours.

Roast in the oven on a bed of whatever veggies you like with a little wine (1/2 c) and chicken broth (1-2 c) at 375 degrees for 60-90 minutes depending on the size of the chicken.  Use a thermometer to check doneness.  Let rest tented with foil for at least 10 minutes.

Optional add:  garlic salt, paprika or whatever seasoning you would like just before roasting.  Can stuff chicken with lemon that you zest and fresh herbs.  I like to tie the legs together with kitchen string.

Makes some killer homemade broth with leftovers!!

shared by Char

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