italian roasted chicken

1 Pinch
st bernard, LA
Updated on Dec 28, 2025

I created a new roasted chicken recipe with an Italian flavor, which is based on Kinders' Italian Chicken seasoning. It's great with a side of spaghetti and garlic bread.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 1 Hr 30 Min
method Bake
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup margarine, divided
  • 6 tablespoons Italian chicken seasoning, divided
  • 3 pounds whole chicken, giblets removed
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 medium red onion, peeled and sliced
  • 3 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon pizza seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup whipped cream cheese
  • 1 packet Italian salad dressing mix

How To Make italian roasted chicken

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Step 2
    Add water, 1/2 cup margarine, and 2 tablespoons Italian chicken seasoning in a roasting pan.
  • Step 3
    Stuff chopped green bell peppers and sliced red onion under the chicken skin.
  • Step 4
    Spread remaining margarine all over the chicken and season with 2 tablespoons Italian chicken seasoning, garlic powder, and pizza seasoning; rub well.
  • Step 5
    Place the chicken in a prepared roasting pan. Bake uncovered for 1 hour.
  • Step 6
    In a medium bowl, whisk heavy cream, Dijon mustard, whipped cream cheese, Italian salad dressing mix and remaining Italian chicken seasoning together for 2 minutes until blended.
  • Step 7
    Take the chicken out of the oven. Spread the Italian cream mixture all over the chicken and baste with chicken drippings. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Step 8
    Return to the oven for 30 minutes. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.

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Category: Chicken
Ingredient: Chicken
Method: Bake
Culture: American

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