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Recipe of Fat-free roasted chicken

Fat-free roasted chicken is a healthy and delicious option for those looking to take care of their diet without sacrificing flavor. This recipe, which uses apple juice as the cooking liquid, yields juicy, golden chicken without a drop of oil or added fat. It's ideal for athletes, people on a low-fat diet, or simply anyone who wants to eat healthier.

Why does this recipe work?

The key is to remove all the skin and visible fat from the chicken, then cook it in apple juice that, as it reduces, creates a natural, slightly sweet sauce that enhances the meat's flavor. The result is a single, nutritious, low-calorie dish with a texture and taste that rival traditional roasted chicken.

Variations and pairings

You can use any chicken cut, though hindquarters are perfect for their juiciness. Pair it with a fresh salad, steamed vegetables, or brown rice for a complete meal. You can also add herbs like rosemary or thyme to the juice for an aromatic touch.

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Recipe of Fat-free roasted chicken
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Prep

45 min

Cook

30 min

Servings

4

Calories

190 kcal

Ingredients

Directions

  1. 1

    We prepare the chicken by removing all the skins and any visible bits of fat and we chop it, separating the thighs from the thighs.

  2. 2

    Put the apple juice in a saucepan -if you have a cocotte, it will be perfect- and heat it over medium heat (7/12) with the lid on for 2 or 3 minutes, season the chicken pieces and add them to the pot when the juice is about to boil. If you like to see the salt in your food, you can add a pinch of salt to the juice, but don't overdo it because it will reduce a lot and could be very salty.

  3. 3

    Cover the pot, lower the heat a little (4/12) and let it cook for 30 minutes, turning the pieces over in the middle of cooking. After 30 minutes, the juice will start to have a very appealing golden color.

  4. 4

    We increase the heat a little (6-7/12) -so that the “chup-chup” is maintained - and let it cook for another half hour with the pot uncovered, turning the pieces over from time to time so that the juice is reduced and thickened.

  5. 5

    For the last 15 minutes you have to watch it often because if it runs out of liquid it would end up sticking.

  6. 6

    We can serve the pieces with some aromatic herbs such as chopped parsley or chives and the reduced sauce separately.

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