Chef Daniel Boulud's Ultimate Roasted Chicken

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for sautéing.

Infuse 1 quart of water with thyme, garlic, and honey to create a brine.

Add 1 cup of kosher salt to the infused water and mix until dissolved.

Strain the brine after mixing.

Add water to the brine to reach a total of 2 quarts.

Chill the brine after mixing.

Brine the chicken in the chilled brine for 45 minutes in the refrigerator.

Prepare a roasting dish or use a rotisserie for roasting.

Create a herb brush with garlic to flavor the chicken during roasting.

Roast the chicken starting at 425°F, then reduce the temperature to 350°F after some time.

Cook the chicken for a total of 45 minutes, checking for a glazey finish.

Collect the drippings after roasting.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Allergens