MARK BITTMAN ROAST CHICKEN

MARK BITTMAN ROAST CHICKEN image

Categories Chicken

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

 1 (3 to 4 pound) whole chicken
 Extra virgin olive oil
 Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
 1 onion, sliced thinly
 Several whole cloves of garlic, peeled
Equipment:
 A 14-inch or larger cast iron skillet

Steps:

Directions: Preheat the oven to 450°F. Place the cast iron skillet in the oven to preheat. Meanwhile, season the outside of the chicken with olive oil, a lot of salt, and pepper to taste. When the oven and pan are very hot, place the chicken breast-side up in the skillet. Place the garlic and onions around the chicken in the pan. Roast for 15 minutes at 450��F (this will get the skin crispy and brown) and then roast 25 minutes more at 350°F. An instant-read thermometer should read 155°F when inserted into the meaty part of the thigh. Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes. The temperature will rise an additional 5 degrees. Carve. Serve the caramelized garlic and onions alongside the chicken. Serves 4.