Roasted Chicken Cooked in Truffle Oil
Roasting chicken elevates the dish with a delightful twist, and what better way to indulge than with some luxurious truffles? Fresh black winter truffles bring an earthy, appetizing flavor to this recipe, but fear not, substitute options are available if you're on a budget.
To hunt down the perfect truffles, explore gourmet grocery stores or go straight to D'Artagnan online. In case you can't lay your hands on black winter truffles, opt for the lighter-hued black summer truffles instead.
Black Gold: Sip on a composed pairing of Madeira wine with your truffled chicken, or switch to port if you fancy. Our pros prefer a truffle slicer to thinly shave the delicate gems, but a mandoline or a sharp knife will also do the trick.
What's On the Menu?: If truffle ain't your jam, don't sweat it; our classic baked whole chicken and baked chicken marinade recipes are at the ready.
Yield: 4 servings | Difficulty: Easy | Prep Time: 1 hr 50 mins, plus overnight | Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
Ingredients:1. 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature2. 1 teaspoon Madeira or port wine3. 1 (1-ounce) fresh black winter truffle, thinly sliced4. Kosher salt5. 1 (4 1/2-5 pound) whole chicken, rinsed and patted dry6. 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil7. Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions:1. Mix the butter, wine, and half of the truffle slices in a bowl.2. Gently separate the chicken skin from the meat without tearing it. Stuff the butter mixture underneath the skin, covering the breast and legs. Place the remaining truffle slices beneath the skin.3. Rub salt all over chicken skin, cover, and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, up to overnight.4. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Arrange rack in middle.5. Remove chicken from refrigerator, rub skin with olive oil, and season. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.6. Roast chicken in a baking dish or small roasting pan until the juices run clear and a thermometer inserted in the thigh registers 165°F. This takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.7. Let the chicken rest for 15-20 minutes before carving. Pro tip: Pair this delightful truffled chicken with a Nebbiolo wine to enhance the earthy flavors and enjoy a delectable meal!
Insider Tip: To elevate your truffle experience, consider shopping from Sentidos Truferos or Urbani Truffles for a wide variety of high-quality truffles.
When rummaging through gourmet grocery stores, keep an eye out for freshness, aroma, quality, and seasonality. Happy hunting!
If you're cooking the truffled chicken recipe, ensure you have fresh black winter truffles on hand, available at gourmet grocery stores or online from D'Artagnan.
In the case that fresh black winter truffles are unavailable, black summer truffles can serve as a worthy substitute.
While the truffled chicken is the star, our classic baked whole chicken and baked chicken marinade recipes can be found under the 'uncategorized' section of this website's collection.
For those seeking the finest truffles, consider shopping from Sentidos Truferos or Urbani Truffles for a wide variety of high-quality options.
