If you have it, a dash of sherry takes this recipe to the next level. And the chorizo spices add warming flavours that bring the taste of Spain!
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Each Tesco Finest British Corn-fed Free Range Whole Chicken comes from free to roam chickens from trusted British farms, fed on a corn rich diet giving the meat a succulent, full flavour. This perfect poultry is elevated with the addition of lemons, garlic and a splash of sherry (if you have it), perfect for basting the chicken and for a sauce when you’re ready to serve. José says, “If you have it, a dash of sherry takes this recipe to the next level. And the chorizo spices add warming flavours that bring the taste of Spain!”
Cooking a whole chicken can be tricky, so to ensure it doesn't go dry, let the chicken rest in its roasting pan for at least 15 minutes – but don't leave it too long, otherwise,
it won't be its succulent, juicy self. The wonderfully simple orzo accompaniment is the chicken's perfect companion thanks to the bold flavours of the salty Tesco Finest Pitted Halkidiki Olives and vibrant Tesco Finest Spanish Chorizo Ring - not to mention the Tesco Finest Orzo Pasta. Made by only the finest Italian pasta makers with over 100 years of experience, its texture is perfect for soaking up the sauce.
Warmer weekends provide the perfect opportunity to catch up with loved ones, and what better way to elevate those moments than with the finest ingredients. Enjoying the outdoors has never been more appetising, and with quality products from the Tesco Finest range, you can dine al fresco with ease. So, why not call up your family and friends and get the weekend started!
A roast chicken is a perfect centrepiece to bring to the table. Tesco Finest ingredients ensure this dish makes for an impressive, flavourful meal; your guests will be going in for seconds. It’s a succulent roast chicken with a Spanish-twist orzo accompaniment that's as light, flavoursome and as moreish as it is easy to prepare. Serve alongside Tesco Finest Rioja Reserva – a delicious, oak-aged Spanish wine that’s perfectly matched to the dish’s flavours with its notes of intense raspberry and delicate spice. This roast will be your new summer go-to, brightening a sunny week even further.
We’ve teamed up with Spanish chef and restaurateur José Pizarro and British chef and food writer Ravinder Bhogal to bring this incredible recipe to life.
Little joys of summer can come in many shapes and sizes, but we can all agree that food is the key to most people's hearts – especially when dining al fresco in summer. Eating outdoors means getting friends and family in the garden, savouring
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Method
Heat the oven to 180C Fan/Gas 6. Roast the chicken, drizzled with oil and seasoned with salt and lemon zest. Squeeze over ½ lemon, put the shell inside the chicken cavity and add the garlic halves to the tray. Add a splash of sherry to the tin with a splash of water.
Roast for 1 hr 15-30 mins, or until a digital probe reads 70C-72C inserted in the thickest part of the chicken and the skin is crisp and golden.
Set aside to rest, loosely covered with foil.
Meanwhile, put the chorizo in a large shallow casserole/frying pan. Cook on a low-medium heat until the oil starts to release, turn up the heat
a little, add the onion and pepper and fry, for 10 mins. Stir in the orzo, chicken, stock, salt and pepper, then bring to a simmer and cook on
a medium heat for 20 mins, stirring.
Once cooked, stir in half the roasted garlic, olives, lemon juice and parsley.
Pour the chicken cooking juices into a jug, spoon off oil, add sherry and lemon. Serve the orzo and chicken on a platter, with more lemon zest and parsley, drizzled with the dressing.
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A roast is always a crowd-pleaser, and this one, with a Spanish chorizo orzo,
will bring holiday vibes to al fresco lunches.
1.6-1.8kg Tesco Finest Corn-fed Free Range Whole Chicken
Tesco Finest Sicilian Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Zest and juice 1 lemon, plus extra wedges to serve
1 whole garlic bulb, cut in half through the middle
Good splash cream Sherry
½ Tesco Finest Spanish Chorizo Ring, cut into chunks
1 onion, chopped
180g pack Tesco Finest Sweet Pointed Peppers, roughly chopped
200g Tesco Finest Orzo Pasta
750ml Tesco Finest Chicken Stock
210g jar Tesco Finest Halkidiki Olives, drained and sliced
30g flat-leaf parsley, chopped
60g pack Tesco Rocket, to serve
Tesco Finest Rioja Reserva, to serve
Prep
10 mins
Serves
6
Cook
1hr 20-30 mins, plus resting
Ingredients
Spanish-style Roast Chicken and Orzo
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This Tesco Finest Corn-fed Free Range Whole Chicken makes for the perfect centrepiece to serve to your friends in the garden
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Tesco Finest British Corn-fed
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Only the finest free-to-roam
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farms are raised on a corn-rich
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José Pizarro, renowned Spanish chef, bestselling food author, and passionate restaurateur
Ravinder Bhogali, food writer, restaurateur, British chef & journalist
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Only the finest techniques and preparation are used to create Tesco Finest products. That’s why each Tesco Finest 35 Day Salt Dry Aged Aberdeen Angus Ribeye Steak has been salt dry aged on the bone for 14 days for a rich buttery flavour, and matured for 35 days in total for extra tenderness. And because it’s expertly cut by butchers, you know the quality of the meat is guaranteed.
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We’ve teamed up with top chefs, Jean-Christophe Novelli and Shelina Permalloo, to see how they would create the ultimate version with Tesco Finest products – one that’ll be worth waiting the whole week for.
Whether you’re a keen chef or a casual cook, anyone can whip up a perfectly cooked steak and chips as a weekend treat – no pro skills required. This Ribeye Steak with Chips and Cheat's Béarnaise has the added bonus of a classic sauce made easy, along with the rich, succulent flavours of Tesco Finest 35 Day Salt Dry Aged Aberdeen Angus Ribeye Steak and moreish Tesco Finest Triple Cooked Chips.
It’s the ideal hearty meal to come home to after a bracing autumnal walk, especially when washed down with a glass of Tesco Finest Margaux. This gorgeous red is made by the prestigious Château Boyd Cantenac, in Bordeaux's iconic Margaux region. Using exceptional grapes, this wine is full bodied with ripe and complex notes of black fruit, cherries, spices and a slightly toasted finish - the perfect accompaniment to steak!
Method
Cook the chips according to pack instructions. Meanwhile, heat a pan over a high heat until smoking hot. Lightly oil the steaks and season to taste.
Cook the steaks for 2-3 mins on each side for medium-rare, adding the garlic and thyme for the last minute. If you like your steak more well done, cook for another 2-3 mins, or until cooked to your liking. Then remove from the pan and set aside to rest for 5 minutes.
(Top tip from Jean-Christophe Novelli: cover your steak with a lid for the first few minutes of cooking to draw the tasty fat out of the meat and into the pan to caramelise.)
Mix the Béarnaise ingredients in a small bowl until combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Serve the steaks with the cheat’s Béarnaise, chips and a dressed green salad.
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1hr 20-30 mins, plus resting
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Spanish-style Roast Chicken and Orzo
Ravinder Bhogali, food writer, restaurateur, British chef & journalist
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favourite cooking shows. It’s when we kick back, take a breath and enjoy the finer things in life – one of which is, of course, comfort food. These hearty dishes have the power to take your weekend experience up a level, so getting them just right is key.
For the ultimate comforting meal, there’s nothing quite like steak and chips – done right, with Tesco Finest products, it can elevate a humble plate of food into something of an art form. Proper thick-cut chips, tender, fat-marbled, butcher-cut steak and
a fuss-free Béarnaise sauce will do wonders for both your repertoire and your tastebuds.
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