Combines simplicity with mouth-watering flavour

If you're looking for a meal that perfectly blends simplicity with mouth-watering flavour, Gio DiMara's Italian Roast Chicken is your answer. This recipe’s beauty lies in its straightforward approach—succulent roast chicken nestled among tender vegetables, all cooked to perfection using a Whirlpool Steam Oven. The secret to achieving juicy, flavourful meat is Whirlpool's advanced steam technology, which locks in moisture with precise bursts of steam.

Whether you're hosting a family dinner or simply craving something comforting and hearty, this Italian Roast Chicken will not disappoint. And if you're lucky enough to have leftovers, they make for incredible sandwiches the next day—though don't be surprised if there's nothing left!

Why We Love It:

• Versatile: This recipe is easy to adjust to your taste. Swap out the vegetables for whatever you have on hand, or experiment with different herbs.
  
  
• Impressive Yet Simple: With a golden, crispy skin and tender, flavourful meat, this roast chicken looks and tastes like you've spent hours in the kitchen, but it's actually quite simple to prepare.

Cook with Precision Using Whirlpool Ovens:

To ensure perfect results every time, we recommend using a Whirlpool oven. Whirlpool ovens are designed with advanced cooking technology that helps distribute heat evenly, ensuring your chicken comes out perfectly roasted with crispy skin and juicy meat. The precision temperature control and reliable performance make Whirlpool ovens a great companion in your kitchen for all your culinary creations.

Give Gio DiMara's Italian Roast Chicken a try this week, and experience a little taste of Italy in your own home, made even better with the precision and reliability of Whirlpool ovens. 

Italian Roast Chicken by Gio DiMara

Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken (about 1.8kg - 2kg)
• Olive oil
• Fresh rosemary sprigs
• Fresh thyme sprigs
• Garlic Cloves
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2-3 carrots, washed and chopped into large 5cm chunks with skin on and ends off
• Half Kent pumpkin - washed and chopped into 5cm large chunks with skin on. Discard seeds
• 2-3 potatoes, quartered

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your steam oven to 190°C with the forced air + steam option selected (375°F).
   
   

2. Prepare the Chicken: Rinse the chicken inside and out under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Place the chicken on a cutting board or in a large bowl.
   
   

3. Season the Chicken: Place the chicken into a bowl. Rub the entire chicken with olive oil. Season generously with salt, pepper, crushed garlic and fresh chopped herbs end ensure all cavities are covered for maximum flavour. Stuff the cavity with the lemon halves, a few sprigs of rosemary, and thyme. Place the chicken on a oven rack - but not inside the oven.
   
   

4. Prepare Potatoes: Cut and peel potatoes and place them in a pot of water. Boil them for 5 minutes on your Whirlpool Induction Cooktop then drain and pat dry.
   
   

5. Arrange the Vegetables: Chop your vegetables and place into a bowl. Drizzle with a little olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Mix well. Arrange In a roasting tray and place into your preheated oven onto a lower rack.
   
   

6. Roasting Potatoes & Chicken: Place your potatoes onto another roasting tray. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place the prepared tray onto a shelf above the vegetables. Place your chicken on top of the prepared vegetables inside your oven allowing the juices from your chicken to flow onto the potatoes. 
   
   

7. Roast the Chicken:  Roast the chicken and vegetables for about 40 minutes with extra browning which is a pre set function on your Whirlpool Oven. or until the chicken is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). 
   
   

8. Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. Serve the chicken with the roasted vegetables and pan juices.
   
   

9. Optional: Garnish with additional fresh rosemary and thyme for added aroma and presentation.

Tips:

• Flavour Variations: You can add other herbs like sage or oregano, or a splash of balsamic vinegar to the pan for a different flavour profile.
  
  
• Make it a Meal: Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious pan juices.