Dinner

Roast Chicken with Garlic and Mayonnaise

Name: Roast Chicken with Garlic and Mayonnaise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Ingredients: 1 whole chicken (about 1.5 kg); 1 head garlic, grated or crushed; 4 tablespoons mayonnaise or sour cream; 1 tablespoon sunflower oil; 1 bay leaf; Ground black pepper, to taste; Salt, to taste

Prep

15 minutes

Cook

1 hour 30 minutes

Roast Chicken with Garlic and Mayonnaise develops a rich, deeply savory surface in the oven, garlic, black pepper, and the mayonnaise coating doing most of the work so the result is easy and the flavor is anything but.

Ingredients

1 whole chicken (about 1.5 kg)
1 head garlic, grated or crushed
4 tablespoons mayonnaise or sour cream
1 tablespoon sunflower oil
1 bay leaf
Ground black pepper, to taste
Salt, to taste

Instructions

1
Rub the chicken all over with salt and let it rest for at least 1 hour.
2
Mix the garlic, black pepper, sunflower oil, and mayonnaise or sour cream into a smooth paste.
3
Coat the chicken evenly with the mixture.
4
Place the bay leaf in the cavity and transfer the chicken to a roasting dish.
5
Roast at 200°C (400°F) for 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes, until the skin is deep golden and the juices run clear when the thigh is pierced.
6
Rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Best Served With

Boiled buckwheat, steamed rice, or sliced cucumbers

Cook's Note

Salt the chicken at least 1 hour ahead so the seasoning reaches the meat before it goes in the oven.

Why This Recipe Works

Salt gives the chicken time to season properly, while garlic and mayonnaise help build color and a richer surface in the oven. A simple coating keeps the meat savory without needing a long ingredient list.

Make It Yours

Use sour cream instead of mayonnaise for a lighter finish. Add paprika for a warmer color. Tuck extra garlic under the skin for deeper flavor. Serve it with roasted potatoes instead of bread.