Cebu-Style Roast Chicken

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 16

Juicy and flavorful Cebu-Style Roast Chicken recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hour 30 min

Ready In

1 hour 40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

285

Sugar

Fat

17g

Cebu-Style Roast Chicken is a popular dish of the Visayan region in the Philippines, particularly in Cebu. The chicken is traditionally roasted over charcoal, giving it a smoky flavor. This recipe is a variation that can be cooked in an oven, but still captures the essence of the traditional dish. The lemongrass and spring onions give the chicken a distinctly Filipino flavor and aroma. It's a simple and easy recipe that can be enjoyed with rice and your favorite side dishes. Perfect for a family dinner or special occasion.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	Rinse chicken inside and out and pat dry.
3.	Season with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
4.	Stuff the lemongrass and spring onions inside the chicken.
5.	Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
6.	Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.

PROS

This roast chicken is juicy and flavorful, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

The lemongrass and spring onions add a unique flavor and aroma to the chicken.

It’s a simple and easy recipe, perfect for beginners or busy weeknights.

CONS

The chicken may take some time to cook, so it’s important to plan ahead.

It’s a high-protein meal, which may not be suitable for people with certain health conditions.

It requires a roasting pan and oven, which may not be available to everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein and may help with muscle growth and repair.
It also provides essential nutrients like vitamin B, phosphorus, and selenium.
Lemongrass has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, and may aid in digestion and respiratory health.
Spring onions are rich in vitamin C and may help boost the immune system.

	1 whole chicken
	sea salt
	black pepper
	garlic powder
	2 stalks lemongrass
	2 bunches spring onions