Pollo Arrosto con Rosamarino

Easy, delicious and the best way to make a roasted chicken — in a Forno Classico oven. High heat is the key to roast the whole bird quickly and keep the juices inside the chicken for the perfect moist flavor.

How to Make Pollo Arrosto con Rosamarino

  • Ingredients

    • 4-6 lb. whole Chicken
    • 1/2 Lemon
    • 1 Tbsp. Olive oil
    • 1 Tbsp. fresh Rosemary
    • 1 Tsp. Salt
    • 1/2 Tsp. Pepper

  • Step 1: Clean and Prepare the Chicken

    Rinse the chicken thoroughly under cold water and remove any parts from the cavity. Pat dry inside and out with paper towels.

  • Step 2: Position the Chicken

    Place the chicken breast-side up in a large cast iron skillet.

  • Step 3: Add Lemon Flavor

    Squeeze half a lemon over the chicken, then place the lemon inside the cavity.

  • Step 4: Season the Chicken

    Rub 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the entire chicken. Season with salt, pepper, and fresh rosemary.

  • Step 5: Stuff with Aromatics

    Place 2 sprigs of rosemary inside the chicken cavity.

  • Step 6: Initial Roasting

    Cook in your Forno Classico oven at 500–600°F, or in a traditional oven at 500°F. Cover with foil and roast for 30–45 minutes.

  • Step 7: Finish and Brown

    Remove the foil, pour 1/4 cup of white wine over the chicken, and cook for another 3–5 minutes until the skin is nicely browned.

How to Make Patate Arrosto (Roasted Potatoes)

  • Ingredients

    • 1 lb. Fingerling Potatoes
    • 1 Tbsp. Salt
    • 1/2 Tbsp. Pepper
    • 1/2 Tbsp. fresh Rosemary
    • 1/2 Tbsp. Oregano
    • 2 tbsp. Butter
    • 1 Tbsp. Olive Oil
    • 1/4 – 1/2 tsp. Red Pepper (if you like a little spice)
    • 1/4 cup white wine

  • Step 1: Prepare the Mixture

    Combine all the ingredients in a bowl.

  • Step 2: Coat the Potatoes

    Using your hands, mix well to fully coat the potatoes with the seasoning.

  • Step 3: Arrange for Cooking

    Place the potatoes in a separate cast iron skillet, or arrange them around the outside of your roast chicken in the same skillet.

  • Step 4: Cover and Roast

    If cooking separately, cover the skillet with foil and cook in a 500°F oven for 35 minutes. Stir or move the potatoes every 10 minutes to ensure even cooking.

  • Step 5: Finish and Caramelize

    Remove the foil and cook for another 3–5 minutes until the potatoes are browned and caramelized.