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Ina Garten’s Mustard-Roasted Chicken

Ina Garten’s Mustard-Roasted Chicken That Everyone Will Love

Ina Garten’s Mustard-Roasted Chicken is a comforting dish that transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful meal, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 legs chicken (thighs and drumsticks) Use skin-on, bone-in for tenderness.
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup buttermilk Greek yogurt can be a substitute.
For the Crust
  • 1 cup fresh bread crumbs Homemade from day-old bread is best.
  • 3 cloves garlic Fresh garlic preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Use fresh for best flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons thyme Fresh thyme is ideal.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Melted butter can be used.

Equipment

  • oven
  • food processor
  • mixing bowl
  • Sheet Pan
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor, pulse garlic, lemon zest, thyme, salt, and pepper until finely chopped. Add the bread and process to coarse crumbs.
  3. Whisk buttermilk and Dijon in a bowl, then soak chicken in the mixture for at least 15 minutes.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off, and coat with seasoned bread crumbs on the prepared sheet pan.
  5. Roast chicken for about 40 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden.
  6. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before serving to ensure juices redistribute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1legCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 29gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken overnight and use fresh ingredients. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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