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A roast chicken is a complete dish in the true sense. You serve it with gravy and enjoy it with Indian flatbread, shred it and stuff it inside pita bread, mince it and add it between slices of bread to prepare a sandwich, or consume it as is. Depending on the variety of marinations, you can create more than 15 varieties of roast chicken.
An example of it was showcased in one of the episodes of Celebrity MasterChef where everyone was asked to be inspired by Farah Khan’s roast chicken recipe and cook something of their own. It is also a dish that can be prepared hassle-free in Usha’s steam oven featuring more than 30 preset menus. However, a few tricks will come in handy to ensure the meat is done to perfection.
Dry Brining
If you decide to cook roast chicken in a steam oven, it is better to brine it before marinating and roasting. It will help you achieve the perfect crispy crust. Pat dry the meat, sprinkle some salt (inside and out), and let it dry brine for a while. It will lock the moisture in and allow the meat to absorb flavours during marination and cooking.
Prepare Marination
Roasting in a steam oven does not mean you can skip marination. Prepare enough blend so that you can grease the meat inside and out. Add the aromatics you like, and add fresh herbs inside so that when it is cooked, the meat will boast an irresistible fragrance. Lemon slices, thyme, garlic, and rosemary can infuse the chicken with fresh and zesty notes.
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Control Temperature
Just like cooking on a gas stove, you will have to be cautious about the temperature control of the steam oven. When you first place the chicken inside the appliance, the temperature should be around 200°C-220°C so that the skin starts turning brown and crispy, but you need the meat to be cooked thoroughly. Hence, reduce the temperature to 175°C-180°C after 15-20 minutes.
Use Meat Thermometer
One thing that you should learn from professional chefs is investing in essential kitchen equipment like meat thermometers. It has a sharp pointed end that can pierce hard flesh and give you the temperature reading which will help you understand how much more the ingredients need to be cooked. It will prevent over and undercooking a variety of meats.
Balance Between Convection And Steam
When preparing roast chicken in Usha’s steam oven, you have to strike an impeccable balance between convection and steam. There are no set guidelines for this, hence, you will have to experiment with the humidity levels and intensity of steam. You want a crispy exterior and juicy interior for which frequent cooking will help you get into the rhythm and ace making roast chicken in a steam oven.
Use Settings
Usha’s steam oven is an advanced tool that can prevent overcooking. You can use this feature to ensure the appliance shuts off at the right time. You can also use preset menus to cook the meat, it will prevent burning or chewy texture. Once you are happy with the dish, let it rest for 10-15 minutes before you carve it.
