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BAKED WHOLE CHICKEN | BAHAMIAN COOKING

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Baked Whole Chicken

Cultural Context

Baked whole chicken is a cherished dish in Bahamian cuisine, often served during family gatherings and celebrations. This method of cooking allows the chicken to become tender and flavorful, with crispy skin that is a delight to eat. The dish reflects the island's love for fresh ingredients and hearty meals, and it has been embraced in various forms around the world, with each culture adding its unique twist.

BahamasBSmain
120 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 whole chicken
1 cup water
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup lime juice
4 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons seasoning

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

whole chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken parts

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Skinless parts reduce fat while thighs are more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is healthier.

butter

🥗Healthier: margarine

💰Cheaper: cooking oil

Margarine can reduce saturated fat.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made from scraps.

1

Clean the chicken and soak it in water and white vinegar.

2

Add lime juice and prepare some seasoning.

3

Rub the seasoning all over the chicken skin and inside the cavity.

4

Place the chicken in the oven for about 35 minutes, then baste it.

5

Put the chicken back in the oven for an additional 10 to 15 minutes to finish cooking.

6

Remove the chicken from the oven and let it cool on a tray before carving.

Cooking Techniques

roastingbasting

Equipment Needed

roasting panmeat thermometerbasting brush

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Roast ChickenOven-Roasted Chicken

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