Description
Feta brined roast chicken is a flavorful and juicy dish perfect for a hearty dinner. The brine keeps the chicken moist while the feta adds a rich, tangy taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (3–4 lbs)
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 cups water
- 1/4 cup salt
- 2 tbsp black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix water, salt, black pepper, garlic, and oregano to make the brine.
- Submerge the chicken in the brine, cover, and refrigerate for 4-6 hours.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Remove chicken from brine, pat dry, and rub with olive oil.
- Stuff the cavity with lemon slices and half the feta.
- Place chicken in a roasting pan and sprinkle remaining feta on top.
- Roast for 1 hour or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Brining ensures juicy meat.
- Use fresh feta for best flavor.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 chicken
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: feta brined roast chicken, Mediterranean chicken, roasted chicken dinner