Jul 14 2026
Restaurantsil BucoRoasted 1/2 Green Circle Chicken Recipe

Roasted 1/2 Green Circle Chicken Recipe

Inspired by il Buco
Time2h
Serves4

carrot piri piri, garlic labneh

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Ingredients

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Chicken

Method

Chicken Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

  2. 2

    Season the Chicken

    In a small bowl, mix olive oil, salt, black pepper, thyme, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Rub this mixture all over the chicken, ensuring it’s well coated.

  3. 3

    Roast the Chicken

    Place the seasoned chicken on a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Carrot Piri Piri Preparation

  1. 4

    Cook the Carrots

    In a pot, add the chopped carrots and cover with water. Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Simmer for about 15 minutes until tender.

  2. 5

    Blend the Ingredients

    Drain the carrots and transfer them to a blender. Add the red bell pepper, minced garlic, red chili flakes, paprika, white vinegar, honey, and salt to taste. Blend until smooth.

Garlic Labneh Preparation

  1. 6

    Make the Labneh

    In a bowl, mix the plain yogurt, minced garlic, and salt until well combined. Place the mixture in a cheesecloth or a fine mesh strainer over a bowl and let it drain in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight for a thicker consistency.

  2. 7

    Finishing Touch

    Once drained, transfer the labneh to a serving bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with chopped fresh mint before serving.

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