Golden roasted chicken topped with aromatic herbs sits elegantly in the center of the plate, presenting the enticing chestnut stuffing peeking from within. A rich, glossy herb-gravy lightly drizzled over and encircling the chicken enhances its appetizing glory. A side of seasonal steamed vegetables add color and balance to the plate.

Roasted Chestnut Stuffed Chicken with Herb-gravy

Name: Roasted Chestnut Stuffed Chicken with Herb-gravy
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Chestnuts, 1/2 cup peeled and roasted; Whole chicken, 1 (approximately 4 lbs) cleaned; Day-old bread, 1 cup cubed; Yellow onion, 1 finely chopped; Celery, 2 stalks finely chopped; Garlic cloves, 2 minced; Fresh rosemary, 2 sprigs; Fresh thyme, 2 sprigs; Chicken broth, 2 cups; Olive oil, 2 tablespoons; Salt, to taste; Ground black pepper, to taste

Category Main Course

Prep 30 minutes

Cook 90 minutes

Style American

Technique Roasting

Diet Friendly Paleo

Daily Recipe: January 31, 2024

This unique take on an American classic is not only bursting with soul-warming flavors, but it's also sure to catch the eye on any Instagram feed. Utilizing roasted chestnuts, we create a spin on the traditional stuffing for a juicy, roasted chicken, bringing a sweet, nutty taste that combines beautifully with thyme and rosemary.

Ingredients (for 4)

Chestnuts - 1/2 cup - peeled and roasted
Whole chicken - 1 (approximately 4 lbs) - cleaned
Day-old bread - 1 cup - cubed
Yellow onion - 1 - finely chopped
Celery - 2 stalks - finely chopped
Garlic cloves - 2 - minced
Fresh rosemary - 2 sprigs
Fresh thyme - 2 sprigs
Chicken broth - 2 cups
Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Salt - to taste
Ground black pepper - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🌡️🍞🥖

Start by preheating your oven to 375°F. Toast the bread cubes in a dry pan until they turn golden brown. Set them aside for later use.
Step 2 - 🍳🧅🥬🧄

In the same pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sauté the finely chopped onions, celery, and minced garlic until they become translucent.
Step 3 - 🥣🧂🌿

In a bowl, combine and mix the toasted bread cubes, sautéed onion mix, and roasted chestnuts. Add salt, black pepper, and finely chopped rosemary and thyme for seasoning.
Step 4 - 🍗👌💫

Stuff the prepared mixture into the interior cavity of the cleaned whole chicken (approximately 4 lbs). Then truss the chicken to keep the stuffing inside while it cooks.
Step 5 - 🍽️🫒🧂

Place the stuffed chicken on a roasting pan. Brush the chicken with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper to enhance its flavor.
Step 6 - 🔥🍗⏱️

Roast the prepared chicken in the preheated oven for approximately 90 minutes or until it is fully cooked.
Step 7 - 🥣🍲🔥

In a saucepan, combine the chicken drippings from the roasting pan with 1 cup of chicken broth. Simmer it until the gravy reaches your desired consistency.
Step 8 - 🔪🍗🍲

Carve the roasted chicken and serve it with the gravy poured over.

Additional

This recipe is a modern twist on a classic, making it a fun dish to share with friends and family. You can experiment with the stuffing, adding cranberries for a pop of color and a tart contrast to the sweet chestnuts. Little hands can help with the stuffing and trussing, turning cooking into a family bonding time.