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Chipotle Lime Butter Whole Roasted Chicken

Chipotle Lime Butter Whole Roasted Chicken

Elevate your dinner table with the Chipotle Lime Butter Whole Roasted Chicken. This easy weeknight dinner is packed with zesty flavors and tender, juicy meat. Perfect for gatherings or cozy family meals, this dish will satisfy your cravings. Make it tonight!
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Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole 5-pound chicken giblets removed
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
  • 2 limes zest freshly grated
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1 1/2 cups black beans
  • 1 cup sweet corn cooked or fresh
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro torn
  • 2 limes juiced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Equipment

  • Grater
  • Chef's Knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven
  • Frying Pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Pat the chicken completely dry with paper towels.
  2. In a small bowl, mash together the butter, adobo sauce, lime zest, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. Lift the skin over top of the chicken breast and stuff the butter mixture underneath.
  4. Cover the outside of the whole chicken with olive oil and sprinkle with the remaining salt, pepper, paprika, and chili powder.
  5. Stuff the lime halves inside the cavity of the chicken.
  6. Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast for 75 minutes, or until juices run clear.
  7. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
  8. Slice the chicken and serve it with corn and black beans.
  9. Combine all salad ingredients in a bowl and toss.

Notes

  • Storage: Leftovers should be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
  • Freezing: Cooked chicken can be frozen for up to three months. Wrap it well to avoid freezer burn.
  • Variations: Experiment with different spices or herbs to customize the flavor!
  • Timing: Ensure your chicken cooks all the way through by checking the internal temperature.
  • Serving: Serve with lime wedges for extra zesty flavor!