Whole Roasted Masala Chicken and Potatoes

Succulent chicken marinated in aromatic spices and roasted until juicy, served alongside crispy, spice-coated roasted masala potatoes.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 569 kcals 2276 kcals
Carbohydrates 47 grams 188 grams
Fat 9 grams 36 grams
Protein 73 grams 292 grams
Cook Time
115 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Fruits
4
tbsp
Meat
1.75
kg
Chicken
whole, skin removed
NutsSeeds
2
tbsp
Garlic
finely chopped or crushed
0.5
tsp
Salt
for marinade
1
tsp
Coriander
ground, for marinade
0.5
tsp
Chilli Powder
to sprinkle over chicken
0.5
tsp
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to sprinkle over chicken
0.5
tsp
Salt
for potatoes
0.75
tsp
Black Pepper
freshly ground, for potatoes
1
tsp
Coriander
ground, for potatoes
1
tsp
Cumin
ground
0.5
tsp
OilsFats
2
tbsp
Olive Oil
or sunflower oil
Vegetables
2
tbsp
Ginger Root
peeled, finely chopped
3
piece
Green Chillies
hot, finely chopped
5
piece
Potatoes
medium, peeled, halved lengthways and cut into 5x4cm chunks

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  • Blend all marinade ingredients into a smooth paste.
  • Make deep diagonal slashes into the chicken breasts, thighs, and drumsticks down to the bone.
  • Place the chicken breast-side up on a foil-lined roasting tray.
  • Rub the marinade paste thoroughly into the chicken cuts and rest for 30 minutes.
  • Sprinkle chilli powder and black pepper over the bird and wrap tightly in foil.
  • Bake the chicken in the middle of the oven for 1 hour.
  • Unwrap the foil and cook uncovered for 15 minutes while basting periodically.
  • Verify chicken is cooked by checking that thigh juices run clear.
  • Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  • Coat potato chunks with oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Spread potatoes on a baking tray and roast for 20 minutes.
  • Mix coriander, cumin, turmeric, and Kashmiri chilli powder on a plate.
  • Roll the partially roasted potatoes in the spice mix until fully coated.
  • Roast potatoes for another 20 minutes until tender and browned.
  • Rest the chicken for 15 minutes before carving and serving with the potatoes.