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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Place it in a roasting pan.
- 2
Season the Chicken
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture all over the chicken, making sure to get under the skin for more flavor.
- 3
Prepare the Rutabaga and Mushrooms
Peel and chop the rutabaga into 1-inch cubes. Clean the smoked maitake mushrooms and break them into smaller pieces if they are large.
- 4
- 5
Add Sherry
Pour the sherry over the chicken and vegetables in the roasting pan.
- 6
Roast the Chicken
Place the roasting pan in the preheated oven and roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and is golden brown.
- 7
Rest and Serve
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. Serve with the roasted rutabaga and maitake mushrooms.