Salt-Roasted Chicken

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This salt-roasted chicken is a masterclass in achieving succulent, tender meat without the need for additional fats or oils. By enveloping the whole bird in a savoury crust of salt and egg whites, you create a natural oven that steams the chicken in its own juices. The fresh parsley, marjoram, and tarragon stuffed inside infuse the meat with a delicate herbal fragrance while it cooks to perfection.

As a diabetes-friendly main course, this dish is naturally low in carbohydrates and high in lean protein. Removing the skin after roasting ensures a lighter meal while retaining all the depth of flavour held within the meat. Serve this impressive centrepiece with a side of steamed seasonal greens or a crisp garden salad for a healthy, homemade Sunday lunch that the whole family will enjoy.

Ingredients for Salt-Roasted Chicken

3 large sprigs flat-leaf parsley
3 large sprigs marjoram
3 large sprigs tarragon
1 3—1.8kg chicken
1050g (about 1.2kg) kosher salt
12 large egg whites

How to make Salt-Roasted Chicken

Preheat oven to 204°C. Line a 15x11" roasting pan with foil, if desired. Stuff herbs into chicken cavity; tie legs loosely together. Tuck wing tips under.

Place salt and egg whites in a large bowl. Use your hands to blend well, kneading to soften slightly, about 4 minutes. Pack 1/3 of salt mixture onto bottom of pan. Place chicken on top. Pack remaining salt mixture over and around chicken to completely enclose.

Roast until a thermometer registers 74°C when inserted through the salt crust into thickest part of thigh, about 70 minutes. Let rest for 10 minutes. Crack salt with the back of a knife or wooden spoon. Remove salt and skin from chicken; transfer meat to a work surface. Carve and serve.

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