Pan Roasted Chicken With Natural Jus Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Chicken

   Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the chicken dry and rub it with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

2. 2

   Roast the Chicken

   Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast it in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, until the juices run clear and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Baste with pan juices occasionally.

3. 3

   Cook the Mushrooms and Greens

   While the chicken is roasting, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and thyme, cooking for an additional 2 minutes. Stir in the haricots verts and sauté until tender, about 3-4 minutes.

4. 4

   Make the Mashed Potatoes

   In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the cubed potatoes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and return to the pot. Add milk and butter, then mash until creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. 5

   Prepare the Natural Jus

   Once the chicken is done, remove it from the pan and let it rest. Pour off excess fat from the roasting pan, then add chicken stock and scrape the bottom to deglaze. Simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.

6. 6

   Serve

   Carve the chicken and serve with sautéed shiitakes, haricots verts, and creamy mashed potatoes. Drizzle with natural jus.