Hearty Roast Chicken with Braised Celery

October 20, 2024 by Crock Recipes , Updated October 20, 2024

This simple, one-pan dish features tender roast chicken paired with fresh, autumnal flavors, making it an ideal meal for cozy gatherings.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp butter
• 4 whole celery hearts, halved lengthways
• 3 carrots, chopped
• 4 bay leaves
• A few sprigs of thyme
• 6 garlic cloves, skin left on
• 600ml fresh chicken stock
• 1 chicken, weighing 1½ kg (3 lb 5 oz)
• Small bunch of parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or gas mark 6.
2. In a large shallow ovenproof casserole dish, heat the butter over medium heat.
3. Add the halved celery and chopped carrots, frying for about 4-5 minutes until slightly softened.
4. Stir in the bay leaves, thyme, garlic, and seasonings, then pour over the chicken stock.
5. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then turn off the heat.
6. Nestle the chicken in the dish, ensuring it s surrounded by the vegetables.
7. Season the chicken well, then transfer the dish to the oven.
8. Roast for 1 hour and 40 minutes, or until the chicken skin is golden and crispy.
9. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 20 minutes on a cutting board.
10. While the chicken rests, reheat the celery and sauce, then sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
11. Carve the chicken into portions and serve alongside the braised celery for guests to help themselves.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: 581 kcal, Fat: 38g, Saturates: 12g, Carbs: 8g, Sugars: 7g, Fibre: 4g, Protein: 53g, Salt: 1.2g