Whole Roasted Chicken (murgh Musallam)

Whole Roasted Chicken (Murgh Musallam) is a classic dish from Awadhi Cuisine, known for its rich and aromatic flavors. This dish is perfect for special occasions and gatherings, and it's sure to impress your guests with its delicious taste and beautiful presentation.

Non Vegetarian Main Course Awadhi Roasted Chicken Awadhi Cuisine Special Occasion
Whole Roasted Chicken (murgh Musallam)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken, about 3-4 pounds
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 1 lemon, sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix together the yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, ground coriander, ground cumin, and salt to taste.
  3. Rub the chicken inside and out with the yogurt mixture. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
  4. In a large skillet, heat the ghee over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook until golden brown.
  5. Stuff the chicken cavity with the cooked onions, chopped cilantro, chopped mint, and lemon slices.
  6. Place the chicken on a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving. Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 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
26g

Supplies

Roasting pan Skillet

Tools

Knife Cutting board Mixing bowl

Serving suggestions

Serve the Whole Roasted Chicken with fragrant basmati rice, naan bread, and a side of cucumber raita for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can also add a dollop of butter on top of the chicken before roasting.

Cost

$15