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Do you remember my Colombian-style roasted chicken legs ? If not, don’t worry, here’s the recipe. Well, here is another variation of roasted chicken that we have in Colombia and this time I used a whole chicken. The skin was crispy and flavourful. It is a beautiful Pollo Asado, don’t you think? Although I am sure my vegetarian husband wouldn’t agree with me 😉
The aromas of chicken, beer, onion and spices together were fantastic and the house smelled delicious! Remember, it is important to let the chicken marinate overnight for better flavor.
I hope you enjoy it!
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken (about 5 pounds)
- 3 scallions
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper
- 1 cup beer
Directions
- In a food processor, place the scallions, garlic, cilantro, thyme, cumin, oregano, salt and pepper. Process to a paste.
- Place the chicken in a large plastic bowl, brush with the vegetable oil and add the marinade evenly.
- Tie the chicken legs with kitchen string and refrigerate the chicken overnight.
- The next day when you are ready to roast the chicken:
- Preheat the oven to 425F.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and add the beer. Roast the chicken for about 1 hour and 30 minutes or until the skin is crispy and the chicken juices run clear when you cut between a leg and thigh.
- Remove the chicken from the roasting pan and place on a plate. Cover with aluminium foil and let it rest for about 15 minutes. Serve with your favorite potatoes.
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Kim says
That chicken looks gorgeous! I love all the flavorings, like the cilantro and the scallions. I’ve never made a roast chicken with those flavors, but it sounds terrific!
Norma says
Yummy! I am imagining the potatoes soaking up all the juices from the chicken.
Sarah Naveen says
OMG!!! That looks terrific and yummy dear!!!! would love to grab that chicken now and wanna gobble up now…
5 Star Foodie says
Your roast chicken sounds so flavorful with the spices and the beer, yum!
Angie says
I love those flavors, that chicken looks just divine!
Erica says
Thank you guys!
Soma says
I still haven’t cooked with beer. This looks so warm and appetizing.
Sandi says
I will definitely be trying this. I have a couple chickens in the freezer and want to use them but not make the same boring roast chicken and your recipe sounds really great with lots of flavor.
Blond Duck says
That chicken looks amazing!
Baking is my Zen says
There is nothing better than a roasted chicken…so comforting!
Anonymous says
I was searching your web last Wednesday for a whole-chicken-recipe. next time I know I can find one 😉
MS
The Netherlands
Erica says
Thank you everyone for the comments!
Ivy says
That’s a perfectly baked chicken and love all the flavours in it.
Sandra g says
Wow this chicken looks awsome, this is my next weekend dinner!
Joan Nova says
I’m such a wino, I forget to cook with beer. I know it adds good flavor, especially with chicken. Yours looks delicious.
grace says
ooh, look at that char! excellently roasted, and the spices used are some of my favorites!
ruth says
They say that you should never go shopping on an empty stomach, but they should say, never look at foodie blogs on an empty stomach. This chicken looks amazing, tender and juicy! Love the addition of the beer, alcohol just seems to marry so well with meat. And the spices, yum! Ok now, my empty stomach is really killing me lol
Erica says
Thank you all for taking the time to read my post!
Lyndsey says
It looks fantastic! I am bookmarking this one. I love roasted chicken and I love all these flavors! Wahoo! a new chicken idea!
Simply Life says
YUM! This looks absolutely perfect!
Bo says
That chicken looks perfectly roasted.
Velva says
This just the kind of roasting chicken that you open your windows while cooking to fill the air outside with the savory flavors. This is a wonderful recipe for roasting chicken,
Erica says
Thank you guys for the wonderful comments!
Maria says
Love that roasted chicken! It looks beautifully cooked and the flavors sound great!
allison lemons says
I just found a book for colombian recipes that my mother-in-law gave me, and I realized I haven’t been over here in a while! And perfect timing too – this chicken looks incredible, and Alejandro has been asking (no, begging), for roasted chicken.
Pilar says
Hi, Erica,
Who takes your pictures? Are you the photographer and food stylist as well?
I still owe you the “Pastel de Yuca” recipe I offered awhile ago.
Saludos!
Erica says
Hi Pilar, Yes, I do everything: I am the photographer, writer and food stylish! I clean my kitchen,too 😉
Chris says
I love the flavor profile for this roasted chicken. I use beer in my mop for my smoked chicken and it works very well but haven’t tried it roasting. I’m tempted to try your recipe but smoke it low and slow instead of roasting it, just to see what it tastes like. I can’t see why it wouldn’t work. Great recipe, Erica.
Faith says
My hubby would go crazy for this roast chicken! I love all the fresh herbs and spices in it!
Barbara Bakes says
That is a gorgeous chicken! I can only imagine how hungry I’d be while it was roasting!
danielle says
one of the things I love about roasted chicken (besides the lack of attention that is required during cooking) is the leftovers!!
DIY Chicken Coop says
Hello! from Munich. I really like your blog
Jen @ My Kitchen Addiction says
Looks great! It’s been a while since I made a roasted chicken. I’m thinking I need to fix that. 🙂
Kitchen Butterfly says
I love cumin in anything….ice cream included. Therefore, this is a winner for me!
Oysterculture says
Love all the spices here. Thanks for linking the recipes May have to do a side by side taste test just for fun!
Erica says
Thank you, thank you and thank you for all your support!
GG says
Hi,
I was just wondering what type of beer did you use and when did you add your potatoes?
Thank You
Erica Dinho says
1. I always use dark beer (different brands). You can use your favorite dark beer.
2. I cooked the potatoes in a different pot for this recipe.
Juanita says
Thank you Erica, love your recipes, they’re so easy to follow, made the chicken today. Turned out really good, so juicy.
GG says
Hi,
I was just wondering what type of beer did you use and when did you add your potatoes?
Thank You
karen says
hello what beer do you recommend to use in this recipe?
Sunshine says
Thank you for the recipe, Erica! Made this the other night, left it in the fridge, cooked it only this morning. My kids and hubby loved it!!! I added a little paprika and used a light beer. Again, thank u soo much!!
Anonymous says
You add the beer to the pan or you pour it over the chicken.
Rayne says
I searched the comments to see if this has been answered. I’m wondering the same thing.