Apple-stuffed chicken is a delicious and comforting dish that combines juicy chicken with a flavorful apple and croûton stuffing. This recipe serves 2 and is perfect for a cozy dinner for two. The chicken is halved lengthways, allowing it to cook more evenly and remain flat during grilling. It is then brushed with melted butter and seasoned before being grilled to perfection.
Meanwhile, a mixture of apples, onions, celery, croûtons, and seasoning is cooked until tender and flavorful. This apple stuffing is then placed inside the chicken cavity, infusing it with a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors. The chicken is grilled for a few more minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve this apple-stuffed chicken hot, and enjoy the tender and moist chicken with its delicious apple-infused stuffing. Pair it with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh salad, for a complete and satisfying meal.
INGREDIENTS:
- 900g/2lb chicken, halved lengthways
- 75g/3oz butter, melted
- 175g/6oz dessert apples
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 50g/2oz celery sticks, chopped
- 200g/7oz croûtons
- 75ml/3fl oz water
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
PREPARATIONS:
- Preheat the grill.
- Break the wing, hip, and drumstick joints of the chicken so that it will remain flat during cooking.
- Place the chicken skin side up in a baking tray, brush with 15g/1/2oz of melted butter, and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for about 20 minutes until lightly browned. Then, turn it over and brush the cavity side with 15g/1/2oz of melted butter and season it. Grill for a further 15-20 minutes until the chicken is tender.
- Meanwhile, peel, core, and chop the dessert apples. In a small heavy saucepan, cook the apples, chopped onion, and chopped celery in the remaining melted butter until tender.
- Add the croûtons and 75ml/3fl oz of water to the apple mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stuff the apple mixture into the chicken cavity, and grill the chicken for a further 5 minutes.
- Serve the apple-stuffed chicken hot.
YIELD:
- This recipe serves 2.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
- To break the wing, hip, and drumstick joints of the chicken, use a sharp knife to cut through the joints or ask your butcher to do it for you.
- Make sure to brush both sides of the chicken with melted butter and season it to enhance the flavor and moisture.
- Adjust the seasoning of the apple stuffing according to your taste preferences.
TIPS:
- You can add additional herbs or spices to the apple stuffing, such as sage or thyme, to enhance the flavors.
- Serve the apple-stuffed chicken with a side of roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a satisfying and complete meal.
Apple-stuffed chicken is a delightful and flavorful dish that combines tender grilled chicken with a delicious apple and croûton stuffing. This recipe serves 2 and is perfect for a cozy dinner for two. The chicken is halved lengthways, allowing it to cook more evenly and remain flat during grilling. It is then brushed with melted butter, seasoned, and grilled to perfection.
Meanwhile, a mixture of apples, onions, celery, croûtons, and seasoning is cooked until tender and flavorful. This apple stuffing is then placed inside the chicken cavity, infusing it with a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors. The chicken is grilled for a few more minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve this apple-stuffed chicken hot, and enjoy the tender and moist chicken with its delicious apple-infused stuffing. The combination of flavors creates a comforting and satisfying meal. Pair it with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh salad, for a complete dining experience.
Try this recipe and savor the wonderful blend of flavors in this apple-stuffed chicken dish.
