How to Make Stuffed Roasted Chicken

Stuffed roasted chicken can be the main entree for any occasion. While the stuffing ingredients for this recipe will produce a fine roasted chicken, the stuffing can be changed according to the tastes of the cook. Nutmeg, mushrooms and other items can change the flavor of the chicken.

Things You'll Need

• 3 to 4 lb. chicken
• 1 tbsp. lemon juice
• 3 tbsp. butter
• 3 tbsp. parsley
• 1 egg, whipped
• 1/3 cup chicken broth
• 1 small diced onion
• 1 tsp.garlic
• 1 1/2 cup cooked rice
• 1/4 cups nuts
• 1 tbsp.olive oil
• 1 tbsp. tomato paste
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Use cold water to wash the chicken inside and out. Pat the bird dry, then spread the lemon juice inside.

2. In a medium skillet, saute the butter, onion and garlic for about 2 minutes or until the mix is light brown.

3. Pour the mix into a medium mixing bowl. Add the egg, chicken broth, parsley, nuts, rice, and tomato paste. Blend this together well, and stuff it into the chicken. Close the opening and put the bird in the refrigerator for 2 hours.

4. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

5. Place the chicken in a roasting pan. Add 1/2 cup of water to the pan. Rub the outside of chicken with salt and pepper, then let it cook for 90 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink. Baste the chicken a few times during the cooking with the pan juices. Add more water if necessary.

References

• Cooks: Stuffed Roast Chicken