Roast Chicken with Waffles

Brined and roasted whole chickens served with homemade crispy waffles and a savory chasseur jus for an American classic.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1902.5 kcals 7610 kcals
Carbohydrates 72.2 grams 288.6 grams
Fat 121.3 grams 485.2 grams
Protein 130.1 grams 520.4 grams
Cook Time
120 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
Dairy
3
piece
Eggs
lightly beaten
110
g
Fruits
2
piece
Lemons
zest and juice, for brine
GrainsCereals
Liquids
5
l
Water
for brine
40
ml
Meat
2.35
kg
Chicken
two whole birds
NutsSeeds
175
g
Sea Salt Flakes
for brine
12
piece
Bay Leaves
for brine
6
clove
Garlic
smashed, skin left on, for brine
2
tbsp
10
g
Rosemary
fresh leaves, for brine
10
g
Thyme
leaves, for brine
50
g
1
1
1
1
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
2
tsp
Thyme
chopped leaves, for basting
3
clove
Garlic
for jus
OilsFats
2
tbsp
Canola Oil
for roasting
2
tbsp
Canola Oil
for jus
Other
100
g
Honey
for brine
Vegetables
3
piece
Shallots
medium diced
1
piece
Carrot
medium diced
25
g
Button Mushrooms
medium diced
1
piece
Tomato
medium diced

Steps

  • Boil all brine ingredients for one minute in a saucepan to dissolve salt, then cool.
  • Submerge chickens in brine and refrigerate for six hours.
  • Preheat oven to 240°C.
  • Rinse chickens under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Season chicken interiors with salt and pepper.
  • Truss chickens using twine to secure wings and legs into a compact shape.
  • Let chickens rest at room temperature for 30 minutes before roasting.
  • Season chicken exteriors and place in hot, oiled ovenproof frying pans.
  • Roast breast-side up for 40 minutes at 240°C until the internal temperature reaches 68°C.
  • Baste cooked chicken with pan juices and fresh thyme; rest for 10 minutes.
  • Carve each chicken into four pieces (legs and breasts).
  • Sauté vegetables and mushrooms in oil for the chasseur jus.
  • Stir in tomato and wine, reducing the liquid until nearly evaporated.
  • Add herbs and stock, simmer for 30 minutes, then strain.
  • Prepare a waffle batter by whisking dry ingredients with eggs, milk, and melted butter.
  • Cook batter in a waffle maker for five minutes until golden.
  • Serve chicken pieces topped with jus alongside waffles, vanilla butter, and maple syrup.