Pollo alla Diavola (Devil's Chicken)
Make Pollo alla Diavola (Devil's Chicken), an Italian dinner recipe with whole chicken, olive oil, red pepper flakes. It has about 1 hour 5 min, about 620 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Pollo alla Diavola (Devil's Chicken) is an Italian dinner recipe that takes about 1 hour 5 min, makes 4 servings, has about 620 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
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View on AmazonPollo alla Diavola (Devil's Chicken) ingredients
- 3.5 lbs whole chicken
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1.5 tsp kosher salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 lemon wedges
How to make Pollo alla Diavola (Devil's Chicken)
- Carefully spatchcock the whole chicken by removing the backbone with kitchen shears and flattening it. Pat the chicken very dry with paper towels, especially the skin, to ensure a crispy finish.
- In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt, and 0.5 teaspoon black pepper to create the spice rub.
- Rub the entire chicken, both top and bottom, thoroughly with the spice mixture, ensuring it is evenly coated. For best results, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the seasoned chicken skin-side up on a wire rack set over a large baking sheet.
- Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until the internal temperature in the thickest part of the thigh (without touching the bone) reaches 165°F (74°C). The skin should be deeply golden brown and crispy.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest on the wire rack for 10-15 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a more tender and flavorful chicken.
- Carve the chicken into quarters or desired pieces. Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges for a bright, zesty counterpoint to the spicy chicken.
Pollo alla Diavola (Devil's Chicken) FAQ
How do I make Pollo alla Diavola (Devil's Chicken)?
Make Pollo alla Diavola (Devil's Chicken) by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Pollo alla Diavola (Devil's Chicken)?
The main ingredients include whole chicken, olive oil, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, garlic powder. The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Pollo alla Diavola (Devil's Chicken) take?
This recipe takes about 1 hour 5 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Pollo alla Diavola (Devil's Chicken)?
Recipe Genius estimates about 620 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.
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