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@seattlehanddoc Roast Chicken with Caramelized Peaches & Crispy Pan Dripping Croutons Ingredients * 3 whole chickens (4–5 lbs each) * 2–3 tbsp kosher salt * 1–2 tbsp freshly ground black pepper * 1 cup salted butter, softened * 2–3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil * 8–10 sprigs fresh lemon thyme * 3 lbs petite baby potatoes * 1 large crusty baguette, torn into bite-sized pieces * Pan drippings from the roasted chicken * Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste * 4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted * 4 tbsp salted butter * ½ cup light brown sugar * Fresh chives, finely chopped 1. Preheat oven to 425°F. 2. Pat the chickens dry. Season generously inside and out with kosher salt and black pepper. Rub softened butter all over each chicken, including inside the cavity. Drizzle with olive oil and cover with fresh lemon thyme. 3. Arrange the chickens in a large roasting pan and scatter the baby potatoes around them. Drizzle the potatoes lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. 4. Roast for 20 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 375°F. Continue roasting, basting the chickens with the pan drippings every 20–30 minutes, until the thickest part of the thigh registers 165°F on an instant-read thermometer (about 1½–2 hours total, depending on size). 5. Transfer the chickens to a cutting board and rest for 15–20 minutes before carving. Remove the potatoes from the pan. 6. Increase the oven temperature to 450°F. Toss the torn baguette pieces in the remaining pan drippings, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper if needed. Spread into an even layer and bake, tossing once or twice, until deeply golden brown and crisp, about 12–18 minutes. 7. While the croutons bake, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the peach halves cut-side down and cook until golden. Sprinkle with the brown sugar and continue cooking until melted and caramelized, flipping the peaches once or twice so they’re evenly coated. 8. Carve the chicken and arrange on a serving platter. Top with the caramelized peaches, crispy pan-dripping croutons, and finish with freshly chopped chives. Serve alongside the roasted potatoes. #roastedchicken #castiron #skillet #EasyRecipe
