Simple Amish Chicken Recipe
The Simple Amish Chicken Recipe is a heartwarming dish that embodies the essence of comfort food, featuring tender chicken pieces, aromatic herbs, and a rich sauce.
Equipment
- Roasting Pan
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 whole Whole Chicken (3-4 pounds) Choose organic or free-range for better flavor.
- 2 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt recommended.
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika Sweet or smoked based on preference.
- 2 tablespoon Fresh Herbs (Thyme or Rosemary) Chopped or whole as preferred.
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil Extra virgin recommended.
- 1 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium preferred.
- 1 whole Lemon Juiced, with optional slices for cavity.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the chicken by removing giblets, rinsing, and patting dry.
- Mix salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and fresh herbs in a bowl.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and coat well.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and pour chicken broth into the bottom.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the chicken and place lemon slices inside the cavity.
- Roast the chicken for about 1.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Baste the chicken with pan juices every 30 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
- Carve and serve warm with pan juices.
Notes
Consider adding seasonal vegetables to the roasting pan for a complete meal.