Lemon Thyme Poularde
Zitronen-Thymian-Poularde is a recipe with fresh ingredients from the poultry category. Try this and other recipes from Spoonsparrow!
Ingredients
- 1 Poularde (ca. 1,3kg)
- 1 thinly grated lemon zest
- thyme
- 1 Garlic clove
- Salt
- fresh ground pepper
- 45 g butter
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 8 shallots
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- chicken broth
- 250 g mild bell peppers
- sauce thickener
- smooth parsley
Instructions
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1.
Preheat oven to 220°C. Wash and pat dry the poultry. Rub inside and out with lemon zest, thyme leaves, garlic cubes, salt, and pepper.
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2.
Melt butter, stir in oil. Brush the poultry with 2 tablespoons of the butter‑oil mixture. Place breast side down in a roasting pan. Roast on the second rack for 40 minutes, brushing more of the mixture frequently. Peel, halve, and add shallots.
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3.
Turn the poultry midway. Add lemon juice and hot broth. Continue cooking for 35–40 minutes, brushing with the fond often.
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4.
Remove the poultry. Add bell peppers and simmer about 3 minutes. Taste and optionally thicken the sauce. Sprinkle chopped parsley if desired.
