Oven-roasted capon is a savory and comforting dish that evokes the warmth of family feasts. With its tender and juicy meat, this castrated chicken is perfect for special occasions or simply to indulge yourself. Roasting it in the oven enhances its rich flavors and creates a beautifully golden, crispy skin, resulting in the ideal balance of crunch and tenderness. Whether served with roasted vegetables or a delicious sauce, this dish is sure to impress your guests. Get ready to discover a simple recipe that highlights the exceptional taste of capon.
Ingredients-8 people
3 kg of capons
1.5 kg of potatoes
50 cl of dry white wine
2 white onions
Tomato
1 yellow pepper
10 cl of olive oil
4 cloves of garlic
2 bay leaves
3 sprigs of thyme
Salt or fine salt
Pepper
Material
Traditional oven
Aluminum foil
Baking dish
Preparation
- Preparation :
- Cooking :
- 1-Peel the potatoes.
- 2-Wash the potatoes.
- 3-Cut them into very thin slices.
- 4-Peel the onions.
- 5-Slice the onions.
- 6-Cut the tomatoes into pieces.
- 7-Wash the peppers.
- 8-Remove the seeds from the peppers.
- 9-Cut them into thin slices.
- 10-Mix all vegetables in a large ovenproof dish.
- 11-Add the garlic cloves as is.
- 12-Add the herbs.
- 13-Cover with aluminum foil.
- 14-Bake for around 15 min at 180°C or gas mark 6.
- 15-Drizzle with olive oil and white wine.
- 16-Then add the salted and peppered capon.
- 17-Cover it with the aluminum foil.
- 18-Leave to cook for around 2.5 hours at 170°C.
- 19-Baste regularly with cooking juices.
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