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    9th November 2020 Dinner

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    Buttermilk Roast Chicken

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    Buttermilk Roast Chicken has to be the best roast chicken ever. Think golden crispy skin and juicy perfectly seasoned meat throughout.

    I use this method to make the most delightful tarragon roast chicken.

    Buttermilk Roast Chicken in a tin with chickpeas

    Buttermilk Roast Chicken

    This recipe is inspired by a tarragon roast chicken GordonRamsay recipe that i LOVE. I have mentioned it before because it is so delicious.

    Also..Ever since I read/watched Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat, I have always taken the extra step of brining chicken in buttermilk for a day or 2 beforehand. The difference it makes in flavour absorption and tenderness, is so vast that it makes it worth the wait. So this recipe is a combination of both those recipes.

    It is a hassle free recipe after the buttermilk.

    Ingredients 

    Buttermilk Marinade: If you don't have Buttermilk, make your own by adding 2 tbsp of Lemon Juice to the asme quantity of milk and setting aside for 10 minutes until it curdles and thickens.

    Buttermilk is a a fermented acidic dairy product. It used to be the liquid that was left behind after cultured butter was churned. Nowadays, it is cultured.

    When chicken is marinaded in buttermilk, the acid breaks down the meat which makes it very tender and flavourful. 

    Herbs: I haven't specified a herb but I LOVE Tarragon, Thyme or Rosemary best. Here they are combined with the butter and then placed under the skin.

    Chickpeas: This is an idea from Gordon Ramsay and flavoured chickpeas work really well when placed in the cavity. I have added parboiled rice previously. Some of it becomes crispy but it is so delicious. You can also just make rice separately and serve alongside the chicken.

    Lemons: These are always a good idea with chicken. 

    Garlic: I always add full garlic cloves to the tin, they soften and caramelise beautifully and can be rubbed on to the chicken, added to a side salad, spread onto roast potatoes, spread on bread or scattered over rice.

    Seasoning: Season literally with salt and pepper. Course Sea Salt or Smoked Salt is delicious with roast chicken.

    How to make Buttermilk Roast Chicken

    Season Chicken generously with salt and pepper and let it sit for 30 minutes.

    Add 2 tbsp Salt to 500 ml Buttermilk.

    Place the chicken in the buttermilk and then remove to a ziplock bag.

    Chicken in a bowl with buttermilk

    I then add the ziplock bag to a bowl to avoid any leakage in the fridge.

    Marinade for 24 - 48 hours.

    Remove the chicken from the fridge at least 1 hour before cooking. 

    Take off as much buttermilk as you can.

    Add the herbs of your choice and butter to a bowl and whisk together. Season.

    Preheat oven to 220 C/GM 7.

    Loosen the skin of the chicken gently. Push the butter under the skin until the entire crown is covered. Be careful though, as you can tear the skin like I did slightly here.Season the Chicken.

    Butter under chicken skin and lemon iin cavity in tray

    Roast chicken with tarragon butter under skin and chickpeas in cavity

    Roast chicken with tarragon butter under skin and chickpeas in cavity

    You can either add 1/2 lemon into the cavity or add these Chickpeas into the cavity. 

    Place cut Garlic head in tray and rest the chicken on top.

    Drizzle over olive oil and add salt & pepper.

    Tie the legs with twine.

    Roast for 20 minutes.

    Turn the heat down to 200 C/GM 6.

    Cook for 50 minutes to 1 hour, until golden brown. Baste regularly to ensure the chicken stays moist.

    Rest for 10 minutes before serving.

    Buttermilk Roast Chicken in tray with butter and chickpeas, lemon and garlic in tray

    Storage Instructions

    Fridge 

    This chicken can be kept in the fridge raw for up to 2 days.

    The cooked chicken can be kept in the fridge for up to 4 days.

    Freezer

    This chicken can be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months. To reheat, let it thaw in the fridge overnight, then roast as per instructions. 

    It can be frozen cooked too. Thaw overnight and gently reheat on the stove top or in the oven.

    Serving Suggestions

    My very favorite way to serve this buttermilk roasted chicken recipe is with some delicious sides! We had it with a Balsamic & Mustard Butterhead Lettuce Salad, Roast Potatoes and Yorkshire Puddings. Recipes are coming for them soon.

    RECIPE VARIATIONS

    Other flavourings you can try:

    Preserved Lemon, Cumin and Thyme Roast Chicken

    Indian Roasted Chicken Legs with Baby Potatoes

    One Tray Greek Chicken and Potatoes

    More recipes you may like:

    Home Made Aunt Bessie Style Roast Potatoes

    Potato Dauphinoise

    Spiced Baked Buttermilk Chicken

    Chopped Feta Salad

    Peri Peri Rice

    Recipe adapted from this recipe by Samin Nosrat and this recipe by Gordon Ramsay.

    **if you make this recipe, please rate/comment below. we love to hear from you and seeing your creations makes our day – safira

    Buttermilk Roast Chicken in a tin with chickpeas
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    Buttermilk Roast Chicken

    Buttermilk Roast Chicken has to be the best roast chicken ever. Think golden crispy skin and juicy perfectly seasoned meat throughout.

    Course Dinner, Lunch
    Cuisine Indian
    Keyword Buttermilk CHicken, Buttermilk Roast Chicken, Herb Roast Chicken, Roast Chicken
    Prep Time 1 hour
    Cook Time 1 hour
    Fridge Time 1 day
    Total Time 1 day 2 hours
    Servings 5 with sides
    Calories 533 kcal
    Author Safira

    Ingredients

    1 Day before - Buttermilk Chicken

    • 1.5 kg Chicken Skin on
    • 500 ml Buttermilk
    • 2 tbsp Salt

    Herbs

    • 150 g Butter
    • Bunch Herbs I like Thyme, Rosemary and Tarragon
    • Salt & Pepper

    For the Tray

    • Salt I like to use Course Sea Salt
    • 1/2 Lemon
    • 3 Garlic Heads Cut at the bottom
    • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
    • Salt & Pepper

    Instructions

    1 Day before - Buttermilk Chicken

    1. Season Chicken generously with salt and pepper and let it sit for 30 minutes.

    2. Add 2 tbsp Salt to 500 ml Buttermilk.

    3. Place the chicken in the buttermilk and then remove to a ziplock bag. I then add the ziplock bag to a bowl to avoid any leakage in the fridge. Marinade for 24 - 48 hours.

    4. Remove the chicken from the fridge at least 1 hour before cooking. Take off as much buttermilk as you can.

    Herbs

    1. Add the herbs of your choice and butter to a bowl and whisk together. Season. You can also blend them together if you prefer.

    Roast Chicken

    1. Preheat oven to 220 C/GM 7.

    2. Loosen the skin of the chicken gently. Push the butter under the skin until the entire crown is covered, season the Chicken.

    3. You can either add 1/2 lemon into the cavity or add these Chickpeas into the cavity. 

    4. Place cut Garlic heads in tray and rest the chicken on top.

    5. Drizzle over olive oil and add salt & pepper.

    6. Tie the legs with twine.

    7. Roast for 20 minutes.

    8. Turn the heat down to 200 C/GM 6. Cook for 40 minutes to 1 hour, until golden brown. Baste regularly to ensure the chicken stays moist.

    9. Rest for 10 minutes before serving.

    Recipe Notes

    Storage Instructions

    Fridge 

    This chicken can be kept in the fridge raw for up to 2 days.

    The cooked chicken can be kept in the fridge for up to 4 days.

    Freezer

    This chicken can be frozen cooked in an airtight container for up to 3 months. To reheat, let it thaw in the fridge overnight, then roast as per instructions. 

    Nutrition Facts
    Buttermilk Roast Chicken
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 533 Calories from Fat 414
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 46g71%
    Saturated Fat 20g125%
    Cholesterol 153mg51%
    Sodium 2676mg116%
    Potassium 358mg10%
    Carbohydrates 5g2%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 4g4%
    Protein 25g50%
    Vitamin A 930IU19%
    Vitamin C 7mg8%
    Calcium 117mg12%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

     

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    1. Arif says

      December 06, 2020 at 10:04 am

      Will be giving this a try. It's my first time making a roast. Fingers crossed. Will try your roast potatoes also.

      Reply
      • Safira says

        December 06, 2020 at 10:14 am

        Fab, hope you love it. There are some variations for the potatoes that you can try too. Let me know what you think!

        Reply
    2. Arif says

      December 06, 2020 at 6:27 pm

      5 stars
      This was amazing really loved it. The chicken came out so tender and flavours were gorgeous. Will be making again.

      Reply
      • Safira says

        December 06, 2020 at 7:37 pm

        So happy to hear that your first roast dinner came out so well! Well done. 🙂

        Reply

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