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Whole Roasted Chicken Stuffed

Savory Whole Roasted Chicken Stuffed with Bacon & Celery

A flavorful Whole Roasted Chicken Stuffed dish with crispy bacon and tender celery that’s perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stuffing
  • 8 oz Bacon Diced; can substitute with mushrooms or diced butternut squash for vegetarian option.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Chopped; can replace with shallots.
  • 2 stalks Celery
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Chopped; can substitute with thyme or sage.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Gluten-free breadcrumbs can be used.
For the Chicken
  • 1 whole Whole Chicken Organic recommended.
  • 4 medium Potatoes Chopped; can substitute with sweet potatoes.
  • 3 medium Carrots Chopped; canned or frozen can be used.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • to taste Seasonings (Salt, Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Rosemary, Oregano)

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • roasting pan
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Dice the bacon and cook in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving fat in the skillet.
  2. Add chopped onion and celery to the skillet and sauté over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until softened.
  3. In a large bowl, combine sautéed vegetables with parsley, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper, then fold in crispy bacon.
  4. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the cavity of the chicken with salt and pepper, then spoon in the stuffing.
  5. Truss the chicken using kitchen twine to maintain its shape during roasting.
  6. Mix seasonings together and rub over the chicken skin.
  7. Place seasoned chicken in a roasting pan with potatoes, carrots, and minced garlic. Roast for about 90 minutes, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  8. Let the chicken rest for 15-20 minutes before carving and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 950mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use a meat thermometer for safe cooking, and allow resting time to ensure juicy meat.

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