Whole Roasted Mexican Chicken

Whole Roasted Mexican Chicken with Chipotle, Lime and Cilantro. Tender, juicy and loaded with flavor!

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It’s fair to say I have a slight obsession with chiles in adobo sauce. I use it on everything. From wings, to sweet potato skins, even guacamole. The smokey, spicy peppers and sauce makes everything better. At least in my book it does.

I gave a traditional roast chicken a Mexican flair by rubbing the outside of the chicken with butter and chiles in adobo sauce.

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Roasting a chicken does not half to be complicated. It takes only 5 minutes of prep time and about 1 hour to cook depending on the size of your chicken. Don’t worry about using a roasting pan either. I used a cast iron skillet to cook the chicken.

The roast takes about 1 hour to cook in a 400 degree oven (depending on the size of your chicken.) I went with a 6 pound chicken which took almost an hour and a half to cook. The Convection Microwave Oven cooked the chicken fast but still produced a juicy, tender chicken.

I like to roast my chicken until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees and the juices run clear. I let it rest for 15-20 minutes. This helps to keep the juices in the chicken before we cut into it.

Roasted Mexican Chicken | chefsavvy.comI stuffed the inside of the chicken with lime wedges and onion. I rubbed the outside of the chicken with chilies in adobo sauce and softened butter. I then seasoned it with some salt and pepper. When the chicken comes out of the oven I give it a generous squeeze of lime juice and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.

What to serve with this Whole Roasted Mexican Chicken

I love to serve this chicken with a side of my Spicy Pepper Jack Mac and Cheese, Grilled Corn and Black Beans Salad or my Famous Spanish Rice! It’s also amazing for meal prep and goes great in salads or burrito bowls!

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Whole Roasted Mexican Chicken with Chipotle, Lime and Cilantro

5 from 3 votes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Whole Roasted Mexican Chicken with Chipotle, Lime and Cilantro. Tender, juicy and loaded with flavor.

Ingredients

  • 5-6 pound whole chicken
  • 1/2 onion quartered
  • 1/2 lime quartered
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter softened
  • 2 tablespoons chili in adobo sauce only
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • squeeze of fresh lime juice for serving
  • chopped cilantro for serving

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Rinse the outside of the chicken as well as the cavity, pat dry. (The drier the chicken the crispier the skin will be).
  • Stuff the cavity with the onion and lime wedges.
  • In a small bowl mix together the butter and chilies in adobo sauce. Spread mixture onto the chicken.
  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Tie the legs together with kitchen twine.
  • Place in the oven and cook until juices run clear. For my 6 pound chicken it took 1 hour 20 minutes. A good rule of thumb is to check the temperature after 45 minutes to an hour. I take the chicken out at 160 degrees. It will continue to cook as it sits.
  • Squeeze lime juice on to the chicken and top with chopped cilantro if desired.
  • Allow the chicken to rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing into it.
  • Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Whole Roasted Mexican Chicken with Chipotle, Lime and Cilantro
Amount per Serving
Calories
415
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
29
g
45
%
Saturated Fat
 
9
g
56
%
Cholesterol
 
141
mg
47
%
Sodium
 
191
mg
8
%
Potassium
 
356
mg
10
%
Carbohydrates
 
2
g
1
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
34
g
68
%
Vitamin A
 
562
IU
11
%
Vitamin C
 
5
mg
6
%
Calcium
 
24
mg
2
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Chili in adobo, Easy Recipe, Roasted Mexican Chicken, Whole Chicken

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  • Medha @ Whisk & Shout

    Love the spices on this! So delicious 🙂

  • Kathy @ Olives & Garlic

    Kelley this chicken is on point. It looks amazing and so delicious. Definitely on my list for this Sunday. 🙂

  • Oriana @Mommyhood's Diary

    Roasted chicken It’s one of my family’s favorite dishes. Your chicken looks so delicious…I need to try this flavors combination next time!! Pinning.

  • Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat

    Roast chickens are great for summer mostly because they are so simple! I love the mexican flavors you added into it!

  • Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice

    This chicken looks fantastic, Kelley! I’ve never made a whole one before, so I’m loving this. Sounds so flavorful with the chipotle and cilantro!

  • April @ Girl Gone Gourmet

    Wow! That is a beautiful chicken — love the chipotles in adobo/butter idea, I’m sure the flavor was amazing. I agree about how easy it is to roast a chicken — I was afraid of it for years until I just tried it and then realized how simple it really is. Great recipe 🙂

  • Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy

    You have just taken roast chicken to a whole new level. I am loving all the spices in this.

  • Kelly - Life Made Sweeter

    Your roasted chicken looks perfect, Kelley! I love all those spices, sounds absolutely mouthwatering!

  • Jess @ whatjessicabakednext

    This chicken looks delicious, Kelley! Love the Mexican flavour! Loving the idea of squeezing over the fresh lime juice before it rests! Excited to try this!

  • Kristen @ The Endless Meal

    These flavours sound incredible! I love roast chicken and will definitely have to try your recipe!

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