Creamy Onion-Crusted Roast Chicken
Juicy roasted chicken coated in savory onion soup mix and blanketed with mayonnaise for an irresistibly golden crust. This fuss-free family recipe needs just three ingredients and delivers big, comforting flavor every time. A weeknight hero that tastes like you spent all day cooking.
🛒 Ingredients
8 servings
- 1 kg (2.2 lbs) chicken thighs and drumsticks
- 2 packets of dry onion soup mix
- 300 g (1¼ cups) mayonnaise
- A drizzle of olive oil
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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Directions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180 °C (350 °F). Rinse the chicken pieces under cold water and pat them completely dry with paper towels.
- 2
Pour the onion soup mix into a shallow dish. Coat each piece of chicken thoroughly in the mix, pressing gently so the seasoning sticks to every surface.
- 3
Arrange the coated pieces snugly in a lightly oiled baking dish — keeping them close together helps retain moisture during the long roast.
- 4
Spread a generous layer of mayonnaise over the top and sides of each piece using a spoon or spatula.
- 5
Roast for approximately 2 hours until deep golden brown and the juices run clear. Cover loosely with foil halfway through if the top browns too quickly.
💡 Chef's Tip
For maximum flavor, let the chicken rest coated in the onion mix in the refrigerator for up to 1 hour before adding the mayonnaise. Pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
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