Manu Whakarite (hāngī-style Roast Chicken)

Manu Whakarite is a traditional New Zealand dish that is similar to a Hāngī-style roast chicken. It is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a family meal.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course New Zealand Hng Roast Chicken
Manu Whakarite (hāngī-style Roast Chicken)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken, about 1.5 kg
  • 2 onions, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 potatoes, diced
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Place the sliced onions, minced garlic, carrots, and potatoes in a roasting pan.
  3. Rub the chicken with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place the lemon slices inside the cavity of the chicken.
  4. Place the chicken on top of the vegetables in the roasting pan.
  5. Cover the roasting pan with foil and roast in the preheated oven for 1.5 hours.
  6. Remove the foil and continue roasting for another 30 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Roasting pan Foil

Tools

Knife Cutting board Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Manu Whakarite with steamed vegetables and a side of traditional Māori stuffing.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in a mixture of soy sauce, honey, and ginger before roasting.

Cost

$15