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Prosciutto Wrapped Roast Chicken with Root Vegetables

It is hard to beat the classic roast chicken. While we aren’t trying to compete, this new twist on the classic is always a crowd pleaser. To keep the prosciutto crisp without burning make sure to baste the chicken often. If the prosciutto is still burning then tent it with tin foil.
Serves: 6
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 2 hours 30 min

Ingredients

extra virgin olive oil
4 lb roasting chicken
6 strips prosciutto
2 sweet potatoes, medium, chopped
3 red skinned potatoes, chopped
1 red onion, medium, peeled and cut into wedges
2 sprigs rosemary, fresh
salt
pepper

Food Safety

Before you start, wash all surfaces and your hands with soap and warm water, and remember to wash your hands, utensils and cutting boards after they touch raw meat or eggs. Avoid cross-contamination by using a different cutting board for your meat and other ingredients. Make sure you’re cooking to safe temperatures and chilling any leftovers within two hours. For more food safety tips, visit our Food Safety at Home Section.

Steps

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the bottom of a roasting tin with a rack to let the juices from the chicken to drain.

  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Drape the six slices of prosciutto over the chicken until the top of the bird is completely covered. Place the chicken on the rack in the centre of the roasting tin.

  3. Place the vegetables into a large bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of olive oil, rosemary, salt and pepper. Spread the vegetables around the chicken.

  4. Place the pan in the oven and roast until the chicken is cooked entirely and registers 180°F (82°C) on a meat thermometer, about 2 hours and 30 minutes. Every 30 minutes remove the chicken from the oven and baste the chicken with the juices at the bottom of the pan.

  5. Remove from the oven and let the bird rest for 15-20 minutes before carving. Serve with the roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Info

Per 445 g serving Amount
Calories780
Protein56 g
Fat50 g
Saturated Fat14 g
Carbohydrate21 g
Fibre3 g
Sugar3 g
Cholesterol225 mg
Sodium470 mg
Per 445 g serving % Daily Value
Potassium31
Calcium6
Iron25
Vitamin A180
Vitamin C30
Vitamin B673
Vitamin B1247
Folate18
Zinc40