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Lemongrass roasted chicken

Recipe Information

Description:
Lemongrass roasted chicken is a delicious Asian recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 1 hour, 15 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 1 hour, 25 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 10 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 10
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 1 Hour, 15 Minutes
Total Time 1 Hour, 25 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Chicken
Category Poultry
Meal Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Asian
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken

  • 4 stalks lemongrass

  • 1 red chili pepper, de-seeded and sliced

  • 1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds

  • 1/4 cup olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce

  • 2 whole limes, sliced

Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 375ºF.

  • Wash the chicken and pat dry. Separate the skin from the meat on the breast area without ripping.

  • Trim 2 stalks of lemongrass and slice. Separate the remaining stalks in half lengthways. Crush the sliced lemongrass, chili, and coriander seeds into a rough paste. Add the olive oil and fish sauce and mix well. Rub the chicken with 3/4 of the paste. Rub the remaining 1/4 into the breasts under the skin.

  • Place the lime and separated lemongrass into the chicken cavity and fold over the skin flaps. Place the chicken on a roasting tray.

  • Roast for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 410 cal

  • Total fat: 19g

  • Saturated fat: 5g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 0g

  • Cholesterol: 162mg

  • Sodium: 256mg

  • Potassium: 0g

  • Carbohydrate: 5g

  • Fiber: <1g

  • Protein: 54g