Crispy Herb-Butter Roast Chicken with Lemon Garlic Pan Sauce
Ingredients
• 1 whole chicken (1.5–2 kg)
Brine
• 2–3 tbsp salt
• 2–3 tbsp vinegar
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• ~2 L water
Herb Butter
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1½ tsp paprika
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
Pan Base
• 1–2 tbsp olive oil
• ½ large lemon, sliced
• 1 whole garlic bulb, halved
• 2 medium onions, halved
• 2 green chilies
• 1–1½ cups chicken stock
• Handful fresh herbs (cilantro, rosemary, thyme, dill – any mix)
For garnish
• Fresh herbs or greens
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Instructions
1. Brine: Mix water, salt, vinegar, and ginger-garlic paste. Submerge chicken and refrigerate 6–12 hours. Remove and pat very dry. Optional: leave uncovered in fridge 1–2 hours for extra crisp skin.
2. Herb Butter: Combine butter, salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cilantro, and ...
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