Classic Roast Chicken
10 minutes
PREP TIME
1 hour 20 minutes
COOK TIME
4-6 people
SERVINGS
Classic Roast Chicken
Smokey Rebel
4-6 people
10 minutes
1 hours 20 minutes
British
Golden skin. Juicy centre. Proper Sunday roast.
This Classic British Roast Chicken delivers everything you expect from a traditional roast. Aztec Asado seasoning simply enhances the savoury depth and natural roast character.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken (1.5–1.8kg)
- 2 tbsp softened butter
- 1½ tbsp Aztec Asado seasoning
- 1 onion, quartered
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 200ml chicken stock
Directions
Preparation: Bring to Room Temperature
Remove chicken from fridge 45–60 minutes before cooking.
Pat completely dry, especially the skin.
Season Properly
Mix softened butter with Aztec Asado seasoning.
Gently loosen the skin over the breast.
Spread half the butter under the skin.
Rub the remaining butter all over the outside.
Build the Roast
Preheat oven to 200°C.
Place onion and carrots in the base of a roasting tray.
Sit chicken breast-side up on top.
Pour stock into the bottom of the tray.
Roast
Roast for 1 hour 15–20 minutes, depending on size.
Baste at least halfway through cooking, otherwise every 20 minutes.
What to Look For at the Finish
The skin should be deep golden and crisp. The thighs should feel tender when pressed. Juices should run clear when pierced at the thickest part. Internal temperature should reach 75°C. The tray should contain rich, savoury juices ready for gravy.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with crisp roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings and seasonal greens. Use the tray juices to make a proper gravy. Leftovers are perfect for sandwiches the next day.
