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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 whole Chicken (3-4 lbs) The star of the dish, providing protein and rich flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 tablespoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 1.5 cups Buttermilk Secret weapon for brining.
For the Potatoes
  • 1.5 lbs Baby Potatoes, halved Soak up savory chicken juices.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil For drizzling on the potatoes.
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup Fresh Chopped Parsley To brighten the dish.

Equipment

  • oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the whole chicken generously with kosher salt and let it rest at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  2. Combine 1 tablespoon of kosher salt with 1½ cups of buttermilk and brine the chicken in a sealed bag for 4 hours or up to 1 day.
  3. Remove the chicken from the refrigerator an hour before cooking and preheat the oven to 425°F.
  4. Toss halved baby potatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  5. Nestle the brined chicken on top of the seasoned potatoes in the skillet and roast for 30 minutes.
  6. Lower the oven temperature to 400°F and continue roasting for another 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  7. Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving, and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, brine chicken overnight and ensure even cooking by positioning it properly in the oven. Store leftovers properly for continued flavor.

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