Barbados Roast Chicken

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 15

Tasty Barbados Roast Chicken recipe for your dinner tonight

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

90-120 min

Ready In

1 hr 40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

250

Sugar

Fat

16g

The Barbados Roast Chicken is a classic Caribbean dish that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is marinated in a delightful blend of spices and herbs that create an explosion of flavors in every bite. This roasted dish is typically served with traditional Caribbean sides such as rice and peas, plantains, or sweet potatoes. This recipe is easy to make yet impressive enough to serve for special occasions.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	Wash the chicken thoroughly and pat it dry with paper towels.
3.	Rub the entire surface of the chicken with lemon quarters. Be sure to squeeze some lemon juice on the chicken.
4.	Sprinkle the chicken generously with salt and pepper.
5.	In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, ground red pepper, garlic, and coriander.
6.	Gently loosen the skin on top of the chicken breast and slather the butter mixture under the skin, rubbing it in well.
7.	Put the chicken in a roasting pan and place it in the preheated oven. Roast for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F when measured with a meat thermometer.
8.	Baste the chicken every 20 minutes with the drippings from the roasting pan.
9.	Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and allow it to rest for 10 minutes before carving.

PROS

The Barbados Roast Chicken is juicy, flavorful and easy to prepare.

The combination of lemon, coriander, and garlic adds a unique and delicious taste to the dish.

CONS

Roasting a whole chicken can be time-consuming and messy.
Additionally, white meat can dry out if overcooked, while dark meat may still be pink after cooking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein and low in fat, especially if the skin is removed. It is also rich in vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B12, zinc, and iron.
The lemon used in this recipe is a good source of vitamin C, which can help boost the immune system and support healthy skin.

	1 whole chickens
	1 lemon , cut in quarters
	salt and pepper
	4 tablespoons butter , softened
	1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
	1 garlic clove , crushed
	1/2 teaspoon ground coriander