Crispy Roast Chicken Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon black tea powder
• 1 whole chicken (about 3-4 pounds)
• 1/4 cup melted butter or olive oil
• 1 large onion, quartered
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

Prepare the Black Tea Brine:

• In a small bowl, mix the black tea powder with 2 cups of hot water. Allow the tea to steep for 3-4 minutes, then strain and let it cool. This brine will be used to add a unique flavor to the chicken.

Prepare the Chicken:

• Rinse the chicken and pat it dry inside and out. Place the chicken in a large bowl or a brining bag.

Marinate the Chicken:

• Pour the cooled black tea brine over the chicken, ensuring it is fully submerged. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 8 hours to marinate.

Prepare the Seasoning:

• In a small bowl, mix the melted butter or olive oil, minced garlic, dried rosemary, dried thyme, black pepper, and salt to create a seasoning mixture.

Season the Chicken:

• Remove the chicken from the brine and pat it dry. Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken, both inside the cavity and on the skin.

Stuff and Truss the Chicken:

• Stuff the quartered onion and some lemon wedges into the cavity of the chicken. Truss the chicken by tying the legs together with kitchen twine and tucking the wings under the body.

Roast the Chicken:

• Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the chicken on a rack in a roasting pan, breast side up. Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the pan.
• Roast the chicken for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and crispy and the internal temperature of the thickest part of the thigh reaches 165°F (74°C). Baste the chicken with the pan juices every 30 minutes to keep it moist.

Rest and Serve:

• Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute within the meat.
• Transfer the chicken to a serving platter, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve with the roasted lemon wedges and pan juices.
• Enjoy your Crispy Roast Chicken with a hint of black tea flavor, perfect for a special family dinner or a holiday feast.