The ultimate roasted truffle chicken recipe and sage potatoes crisped up in the truffle drippings from the chicken. Killer, I swear !
It finally rained yesterday which put me in the mood to roast my truffle chicken with sage potatoes. Strangely I am actually feeling ready for the holidays.
I know what you might think, but truffles are so expensive ! Yes and no. Personally I spent $10 for 2 summer black truffles I used for this chicken that feeds 4 people. I already had a jar of truffle butter in the fridge from which I only used one tablespoon. So you see, truffle chicken is a delicious treat to self but it definitely doesn’t break the bank.
Truffles have a very unique and strong flavor, so a little bit goes a very long way, especially in the case of real truffles. I also use a good truffle sea salt to season the chicken all over, which adds a base layer of truffle aroma deep into the chicken as it roasts away and drips over the potatoes.
Very important detail to keep in mind is to make sure you let the chicken air dry in the refrigerator overnight. First thing you do when you get home from the market is to pat the chicken dry with paper towels and set it in a bowl in the refrigerator, uncovered to air dry. Number one secret for a crispy skin roast truffle chicken.
The shack smells like heaven this morning, not just from the truffle chicken roasting away, but also from the sage potatoes roasting underneath the truffle drippings from the chicken. This is the smell of Christmas to me, if that even makes any sense.
The BatMan was doing the happy dance over this, as this was his lunch to go today. It also made my day too ( yes i ate the wings, sorry chicken).
Thanksgiving, Christmas, Tuesday dinner at home, whatever the occasion, you can have a crispy truffle chicken and sage potatoes on the table in no time.
- 1 lb x 5 whole chicken organic
- 2 g black truffles small 30
- 2 tsp truffle sea salt + more to taste
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 10 thyme sprigs
- 2 leaves bay
- 3 sage sprigs
- 8 leaves sage
- leaves from 2 thyme sprigs
- 10 cloves garlic in paper
- 2 lb golden potatoes
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp truffle butter
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and set it in the refrigerator to air dry overnight.
- Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and pat dry some more with paper towels including the cavity.
- Preheat your oven to 450”F
- Meanwhile rub the chicken all over with 1 teaspoon of olive oil and season with the truffle salt and paprika all over. Stuff the cavity with the thyme and sage sprigs, garlic cloves and bay leaves.
- Thinly slice 6 slices of the black truffle. Without tearing the skin make sure to stuff them underneath the skin of the chicken breast.
- Make a slit in the fat hanging from the back of the chicken and insert the end of each chicken leg through the slit in the opposite direction, having the legs cross each other.
- Very lightly oil the bottom of a large roasting pan and set a roasting rack in the middle. Make sure to oil the roasting rack before placing the chicken on top breast side up. Make sure to tuck in the wing tips as well.
- Allow the chicken to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes before roasting.
- While the chicken is resting, scrub and cut the potatoes into large but equal pieces. Transfer to a pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a simmer, add a good pinch of sea salt and boil for 7 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes in a collander and allow them to dry in their steam for a few minutes.
- Meanwhile transfer the truffle chicken to the preheated oven and roast for 25 minutes. After 25 minutes have past carefully open the oven door and add the potatoes in the bottom of the roasting dish together with the sage leaves. Gently toss them to coat a little in the drippings from the bottom.
- Roast everything together for another 25 minutes and carefully using a spatula try to turn the give the potatoes a gentle toss.
- Very carefully add the truffle butter on top of the chicken. It will immediately melt from the heat and drip down onto the sage potatoes to coat them.
- Roast everything together for another 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165”F.
- Remove the truffle chicken from the oven and carefully transfer it to a serving dish. Taste the sage potatoes and give them a final sprinkling of truffle salt if necessary. Then scoop them out and place them on the serving dish surrounding the truffle chicken.
- Thinly slice the remaining black truffle and sprinkle it over the top of the chicken together with the thyme leaves and whatever edible flowers you might have around.
NOTES:
Make sure to allow the truffle chicken to rest for 10 minutes before cutting into it for the juices to redistribute.
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P.S. this Best Garlic Roasted Chicken !
J at A Hot Southern Mess
October 7, 2015 at 3:24 pmTruffle drippings?!? Oh my goodness does that ever sound delicious! This meal looks like it needs to be on my dining room table right now! Yum!
Florentina
October 7, 2015 at 7:53 pmI must admit Jessica, I can’t wait to make this again, my news favorite addiction. I mean, Truffles,that smell makes me crazy excited lol
Katalina @ Peas & Peonies
October 7, 2015 at 8:16 pmI fell in love with this recipe when you said truffle chicken, but after I read that you used sage too, I am even mor in love! Amazing flavors! Pinned!
Florentina
October 7, 2015 at 10:04 pmthank you, I am not that crazy about sage usually as it can be overpowering, but in this dish and in the right amount it can be so lovely. I totally cheated on my vegetarian diet this week 😉
Sabrina @ Dinner, then Dessert
October 8, 2015 at 9:59 amUhm if you were going to cheat on vegetarianism for a meal wow this is the way to do it! This makes me so hungry and normally chicken isn’t something that would make me want to lick the screen! Looks fabulous!! Pinned!
Florentina
October 8, 2015 at 3:42 pmhaha well you know, I gotta make it worth the guilt 😉
Platter Talk
October 10, 2015 at 7:44 pmWe’ve seen the use of truffles more and more lately but your chicken and sage preparation is as alluring as any we’ve come across; beautifully done!
Florentina
October 10, 2015 at 10:29 pmaww thank you so much, I’m blushing over here. So happy to hear my work and taste touches others as well 🙂
Judy
October 11, 2015 at 5:20 amSounds fantastic! I’ve never cooked anything with truffles before, not sure I’ve even tasted one. I must give it a try!
Florentina
October 11, 2015 at 11:20 amOh yes, truffles are such a delicacy and scream Special and Holidays 🙂
Noor
October 11, 2015 at 8:03 amYum this looks delish. I’m really interested in making this, will try it soon.
Florentina
October 11, 2015 at 11:21 amReport back once you try it !
Tina Marie
October 11, 2015 at 10:37 amThis sounds and looks amazing. I love the nice golden brown on the chicken and potatoes and the sweet paprika along with the truffle salt must be delicious.
Florentina
October 11, 2015 at 11:21 amThe paprika really is the key to that golden crisp color. My little secret 😉
Marisa Franca @ All Our Waya
October 11, 2015 at 11:48 amWe eat chicken a lot but this is certainly NOT an ordinary recipe — this would be great for company. What a wonderful combination of flavors. YUM!! I certainly won’t say “chicken again”.
dixya @ food, pleasure, and health
October 11, 2015 at 5:37 pmso many deliciousness..i dont use sage that much in cooking but when used, it makes everything so special.
Florentina
October 11, 2015 at 8:24 pmSage is a such a special herb to me, but you can’t over do it or it overpowers everything. It also depends on teh bunch you get, some is more fragrant than other.
Whitney @ That
October 11, 2015 at 8:11 pmYum! I need to find truffle salt somewhere! I LOVE truffle oil , this chicken looks absolutely amazing!
Florentina
October 11, 2015 at 8:25 pmWhitney, you can order truffle salt online or go to the gourmet section at Home Goods. You’ll find the real deal for less than $10
homemadefoodjunkie
October 11, 2015 at 9:48 pmA whole new world awaits me! I have never experienced truffles in any form. My curiousity is definitely aroused. This dish looks mouth watering indeed!
Florentina
October 12, 2015 at 10:27 amOh this the season to experiment with truffles. I would suggest starting with tiny pinches of truffle salt, dabs of truffle butter then moving up to whole truffles. I stay away from truffle oils, but if you do use it just use it sparingly, they can be very overpowering.
Sarah
October 12, 2015 at 2:41 amAbsolutely delicious! This looks like the perfect roast dinner to enjoy with the family! I love the thyme sprigs sprinkled over the top with the crispy skin – beautiful!
Florentina
October 12, 2015 at 10:32 amthank you Sarah, I hope you give it a go soon 🙂
Helen @ Fuss Free Flavours
October 12, 2015 at 3:17 amWhat a delicious sounding, indulgent recipe! Perfect for the holidays and impressive entertaining.
Florentina
October 12, 2015 at 10:30 amThank you Helen. Definitely a Holiday dish which is what makes it so special too, lots of memories made around the Holiday table xo’s
Joy @ Joy Love Food
October 12, 2015 at 10:43 amI have actually never cooked with truffles at home before, but you’ve just inspired me to give it a try, this chicken sounds amazing especially with those sage potatoes!
Jacqui
October 12, 2015 at 1:56 pmThis looks so good! I love chicken and potatoes together. It’s a staple in my house, so I’m always looking for news ways to make it.
Florentina
October 12, 2015 at 9:18 pmHi Jacqui, I hope you give this truffle chicken a try 🙂
Leslie
October 12, 2015 at 5:54 pmA good roasted chicken is my all-time favorite dish. The fact that you added truffles, truffle butter, and salt…to die for! Those crispy potatoes look over the top good!
Florentina
October 12, 2015 at 9:17 pmOh yes the truffle sage potatoes make this dinner. I could eat the entire tray lol
Molly ~ EasycookingwithMolly
October 13, 2015 at 1:13 pmI love Truffle and the combination of chicken, truffle, sage looks so delicious!
Paige @ Where Latin Meets Lagniappe
October 14, 2015 at 1:51 amThese look amazing! I adore roasted chicken, and with truffles and sage too? Brilliant!
Deepika@EasyBabyMeals
October 14, 2015 at 12:22 pmThis chicken looks amazing. I am sure sage and truffles gives it a distinct flavor. It’s my lunch time, and I sooo want to have this. 🙂
Florentina
October 14, 2015 at 9:19 pmToo bad we can’t order it for take out! I totally would !
Rachel @ Simple Seasonal
October 15, 2015 at 8:33 pmOoooo… truffles! This dish looks like one to die for!
Amanda | The Chunky Chef
October 17, 2015 at 5:27 amOmg, I LOVE truffles so this combo is absolutely perfect!!
Florentina
October 17, 2015 at 6:22 pmAmanda, they really do go well together. I can’t wait to make it again!
Oana | Adore Foods
October 20, 2015 at 5:05 amOMG! I am craving truffle chicken after reading your post! and these sage potatoes…has to be a killer dish!
Florentina
October 20, 2015 at 8:25 pmI wanna know if you make it. The sage potatoes are my weakness.
Heather
October 21, 2015 at 6:35 pmOh I love the flavor of truffles! What a great new way to add them into your life!