Paprika-Roasted Chicken, Potatoes, and Radishes With Salsa Verde
Paprika-Roasted Chicken, Potatoes, and Radishes With Salsa Verde is a flavorful Mexican Mexican Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Place rack in middle of oven; preheat to 425°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
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Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPlace rack in middle of oven; preheat to 425°F.
Mix mayonnaise, pepper, paprika, 2 chopped garlic cloves, and 1 1/2 tsp. salt in a medium bowl.
Pat inside and outside of chicken dry.
From edge of cavity, loosen skin from breasts and thighs.
Push all but 2 Tbsp. mayonnaise mixture under skin, then gently rub outside of skin to evenly distribute over breasts and legs.
Tie together legs with kitchen twine.
Transfer chicken to a rimmed baking sheet and roast 25 minutes.
Meanwhile, toss potatoes and radishes in bowl with reserved mayonnaise mixture.
Reduce oven temperature to 400°F.
Remove pan from oven, arrange potatoes and radishes in a single layer in pan, and continue to roast until potatoes and radishes are crisp-tender and chicken juices run clear when thigh is pierced with a fork and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 165°F, 18–20 minutes more.
Meanwhile, pulse cilantro, parsley, oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, 1 1/2 cups radish tops, 1 Tbsp. water, and remaining 2 garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp. salt in a food processor until coarsely chopped.
Transfer chicken to a cutting board; let rest 15 minutes.
Carve, serve with potatoes and radishes, and top with salsa verde.
Salsa verde can be made 4 days ahead.
Transfer to a resealable container, cover with a thin layer of oil, and chill.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.