30 minute Chicken

30-Minute Chicken Recipe for using the Pampered Chef Deep covered Baker


Our Deep Covered Baker and a flavorful seasoning mixture make
this chicken easy and irresistible. This quick microwave method is a
real time-saver, perfect for a weeknight meal or when a recipe calls
for cooked chicken.
Chicken
1 whole chicken (3½-4 pounds)
1 tablespoon olive oil
Lightly spray Deep Covered Baker with oil using Kitchen Spritzer. Remove and discard giblets and neck from chicken
cavity. Rinse chicken with cold water; pat dry with paper towels. Trim excess fat using Kitchen Shears, if necessary. Tie
ends of legs together with cotton string. Lift wing tips up toward neck; then tuck under back of chicken. Place chicken on
Cutting Board; brush with oil using Chef’s Silicone Basting Brush.
For seasoning mixture, combine ingredients in Prep Bowl; mix well. Completely coat outside of chicken with seasoning
mixture. Place chicken, breast side up, in baker.
Microwave, uncovered, on HIGH 25-30 minutes or until Pocket Thermometer registers 165oF in thickest part of breast
and juices run clear. Remove from microwave. Cover with lid and let rest 10 minutes (temperature will rise to 170oF).
Yield: 4-6 servings

All-in-One Chicken Dinner - Prepare chicken as directed above and place in baker. Combine 1 cup each celery and
carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces, and 3 cups red or russet potatoes, cut into 2-inch pieces, in Classic Batter Bowl. Toss with
additional seasoning, if desired. Arrange vegetables around chicken. Microwave, uncovered, on HIGH 35-40 minutes or
until Pocket Thermometer registers 165oF in thickest part of breast and juices run clear. Remove from microwave. Cover
with lid and let rest 10 minutes (temperature will rise to 170oF).
Lightened-up 30-Minute Chicken - Carefully remove skin from chicken; season as recipe directs. Microwave,
uncovered, on HIGH 20-25 minutes or until Pocket Thermometer registers 165oF in thickest part of breast and juices
run clear. Remove from microwave. Cover with lid and let rest 10 minutes (temperature will rise to 170oF).


Seasoning Mixture
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon dried thyme leaves