Deutsches Hähnchen mit Estragon (Druckversion)

Ein saftiges Brathähnchen mit aromatischem Estragon, ideal für ein gemütliches Familienmahl mit deutschen Wurzeln.

# Zutaten:

→ Poultry

01 - 1 whole chicken (approximately 1.5 kg)

→ Herbs & Spices

02 - 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
04 - 1 tablespoon salt
05 - 1 teaspoon black pepper

→ Vegetables

06 - 2 onions, quartered
07 - 4 carrots, cut into chunks
08 - 4 garlic cloves, minced

→ Fats

09 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
10 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

# Anleitung:

01 - Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
02 - In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, tarragon, thyme, salt, and pepper.
03 - Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and carefully loosen the skin over the breast and thighs.
04 - Rub the herb butter mixture under the skin and all over the chicken.
05 - Place the quartered onions, carrots, and minced garlic in the bottom of a roasting pan.
06 - Place the chicken on top of the vegetables and drizzle with olive oil.
07 - Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
08 - Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.

# Hinweise:

01 - Serve with roasted potatoes or a fresh green salad.
02 - For added flavor, you can stuff the cavity of the chicken with a lemon and a few sprigs of tarragon.