Pui La Cuptor Cu Ierburi Aromatice (roasted Chicken With Herbs)

Pui la Cuptor cu Ierburi Aromatice, or Roasted Chicken with Herbs, is a classic dish in Romani cuisine that is both flavorful and comforting. This recipe combines tender chicken with aromatic herbs for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Pui La Cuptor Cu Ierburi Aromatice (roasted Chicken With Herbs)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken, about 4 lbs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Rinse the chicken and pat dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Rub the herb mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin and inside the cavity.
  5. Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
5g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Roasting pan Basting brush

Tools

Meat thermometer

Serving suggestions

Serve the roasted chicken with a side of roasted vegetables and a fresh green salad.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add lemon slices and onion wedges inside the chicken cavity before roasting.

Cost

$15