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Roasted Lemon-Rosemary Chicken with Creamy Cacio e Pepe Polenta Mushrooms


  • Author: Chef Sally
  • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

This juicy roasted chicken infused with lemon and rosemary is served alongside creamy polenta studded with mushrooms in a cacio e pepe style sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 4 lbs whole chicken
  • 2 lemons, sliced
  • 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup polenta
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 tsp black pepper, coarsely ground
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Rub the chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic, and rosemary.
  3. Stuff the chicken cavity with lemon slices and additional rosemary.
  4. Roast the chicken for 1-1.5 hours until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Meanwhile, bring chicken broth to a boil and stir in polenta. Cook for 20-25 minutes until creamy.
  6. Stir in Parmesan, butter, heavy cream, black pepper, and sautéed mushrooms.
  7. Serve chicken with polenta.

Notes

For crispier skin, pat chicken dry before roasting. Adjust salt based on broth used.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Fat: 40g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Protein: 45g