Main Dish

Take your pick from a variety of delicious main course recipes that are hearty, sometimes healthy, and will inspire you to cook every day.

Browse through and find dishes from Haitian Recipes to international dishes, or indulge in my fried cookies.

Baked Mexican Lasagna

Posted On June 27, 2018 By Mirlene Last updated July 14, 2018 38 Comments

Baked Mexican Lasagna

The absolute best, quick, and easy Mexican Lasagna recipe. Made in one casserole dish. Infused with taco seasoning. Perfectly married into one Mexican casserole corn tortilla dish. Flawlessly layered corn tortillas. Eat and enjoy for days!

It’s official. That’s right. I am officially and ridiculously obsessed with quick meals. A couple days ago I said to my children we were going to have Mexican lasagna. My middle child responded “Mexican what?” I said Mexican lasagna. Then he said, “What’s that?” I looked at him with a smile and I said: “something that’s out of this world delicious that will make you scream for more!”

Friends was I right! Truly. I’m talking about easy Mexican Lasagna or taco lasagna to some, flawlessly layered corn tortillas. Perfectly married into one Mexican casserole corn tortilla dish.

This dish also reminds me of stacked enchilada casserole, as they are very similar….

Roasted Chicken With Curry Seasoning

Posted On June 9, 2018 By Mirlene Last updated September 6, 2019 10 Comments

Easy Roasted Chicken Recipe With Curry Seasoning

Roasted Chicken With Curry Seasoning – The BEST and ONLY oven rotisserie chicken recipe you’ll ever need. Full of flavor and simple to make.

I find that roasted chicken dinner is always easier when feeding a large family. There are so many roasted dinner recipes out there, but only a few really work and stands true to the test.

Dinner night is incredibly important to me. What I mean by that is, that’s the time I take to talk to my family and find out what went on during the day.

My family is a chicken lover family. So, chicken dinner is our opt-in for quick easy meals. Sometimes it is hard to find a good chicken dinner recipe, or a good oven roasted chicken recipe where the meat is not dry or overcooked. This curry roasted chicken recipe has been tested over and over again and stands true to the test!

Chicken meals are the easiest to prepare in my opinion. Especially for those who don’t like to cook. A good chicken meal recipe is always juicy, mouthwatering, and leave you wanting more. This simple curry recipe will do that for you.

Since I’ve lived in the D.C. Maryland, Virginia area, also known as the DMV, I have learned to appreciate both a good Jamaican curry chicken recipe and a Chinese chicken curry recipe. A good Jamaican dish always brings me back home. A good Jamaican dish is good, but when fried plantains are included, I am in heaven! Fried plantains are a staple in Haiti, especially when they are paired with baked chicken, grilled chicken, or chicken stew.

When I am pressed for time, rotisserie chicken meals are what I also opt-in for. Furthermore, in my opinion, making rotisserie chicken at home is healthy. Plus, you can also have rotisserie chicken leftover – which means you do not have to worry about dinner for the next couple days. More to enjoy the next day and throughout the week.

Reasons why this curry roasted chicken recipe works:

There are many reasons why this curry roasted chicken recipe works. For starters, it is very easy to prepare and make. The skin crisps perfectly. Requires little basting. Extremely easy for those who love to host Sunday dinners!

When it comes to roasting, I prefer to go with a whole chicken because it takes little effort. Simply remove the giblets and wash the chicken thoroughly and season to your liking. However, in this case, we will be seasoning the bird with a curry rub which includes Jamaican Curry Powder. And before we move forward, no it is not spicy! I used a mild powder which will make this recipe a roasted mild chicken curry recipe.

I don’t know about you, but nothing screams comfort to me than old-fashioned cooking. However, sometimes these old-fashioned cooking deserves a little twist. Instead of having regular curry chicken which normally would include thighs, breasts, wings, or legs, instead, we are “currying” the entire chicken, or whole chicken.

The next time you are at your local Sam’s Club with the urge to pick up a rotisserie chicken, fight the urge and prepare this delicious, easy, roasted curry chicken to enjoy with fresh vegetables or salads as you discuss the day’s activities with your family. That’s the feeling you’ll get once you prepare this rotisserie chicken recipe.

You can always find a good rotisserie recipe throughout the web; however, finding one that works every time is keen when you want to roast a chicken. And once you find it, you’ll get creative with leftover meals and healthy meals too.

Not to mention, this curry roasted chicken is far more satisfying to make on your own. Some of us are notorious for using the baking bags from Reynolds. I’ll put your mind at ease now and tell you there’s no need for it as the color will not come close to what you will end up with, and the skin will not be as crispy.

You may wonder about stuffing the whole chicken? No need for that as well. Simply tuck the legs in or tie the legs. Beth from Entertaining With Beth has a great blog post on Roast Chicken In A Skillet which includes a video on YouTube on how to properly tuck the legs in. Watch the video as you prepare this healthy curry recipe.

What’s included in the curry roasted chicken rub?

I know you’re probably used to seeing spiced rubs but this rub contains liquid. Below are what’s included in this homemade rotisserie style chicken.

Orange juice
Vegetable oil
Lime juice
Soy sauce
Honey
Jamaican Curry powder (or curry paste if you have it)
Ginger

Check out spice rub mix or dry rub for chicken or turkey from Genius Kitchen if you are not into curry seasoning or curry recipes.

How to season a whole chicken or the curry roasted chicken?

The method is simple. To make the curry roasted chicken simply combine all ingredients in a bowl and set aside. Wash and pat dry the whole chicken. Place the chicken in a roasting pan lined with parchment paper. Brush to coat with the curry paste mixture. Cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours or overnight. Tie the chicken legs together. Brush the chicken with the marinade again when removed from the refrigerator. Roast for 90 minutes, or until the temperature in the center of a thigh, not touching the bone, registers 185°F on an instant-read meat thermometer.

How long does it take to roast a chicken?

Typically, it is 20 minutes per pound to roast a whole chicken in the oven at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Although when roasting, the best temperature to use is 400 degrees; however, the rules change as it is applied to meat.

Be mindful for this recipe the whole chicken will cook for a little over 90 minutes.

The best way to roast a chicken or this curry chicken are as follow:We will start the cooking process for 10 minutes at 425°F. Afterwards, we will then roast the whole chicken at 350°F for 90 minutes. Be sure to first preheat the oven to 425°F.

Roasting the chicken by itself without any vegetables, or being stuffed, the chicken has more of an opportunity to be crispy, yet juicy, and perfectly golden.

How do you cook a full chicken in the oven?

Cooking any bird in the oven can be intimating. Especially if this is your first time. I always stick to the 350 degrees rule when I am not sure of what to do. However, as I became more comfortable, I venture off the 350 degrees rule. To properly cook a whole bird in the oven without a fuss, below are the basic steps.

First, preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Second, once the oven reaches the temperature above, place the chicken in a roasting pan. Season the chicken. If all fails, salt and pepper always work great.
Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, uncovered. Be sure to read the packaging label as it sometimes will give you the exact time to cook the bird per pound.

Other ways to make rotisserie chicken

If you a fan of slow cooked meals, then you’ll love to know that you can also make slow cooker rotisserie chicken, oven roasted rotisserie chicken recipe, or crockpot rotisserie chicken. These options are perfect for summer dinner and summer dinner recipes.

You will always end up with a juicy chicken recipe. Some recipes may call for you to brine the chicken.

Slow cook recipes are always a great alternative as it requires no real attention.

Curry Roasted Chicken – What goes with roasted chicken?

My wonderful dear friends at Whisk It Real Gud and Helena Recipes has great healthy options when it comes to pairing this curry roasted chicken.

If you love coleslaw, then you absolutely have to try April’s coleslaw recipe. Her Classic Creamy Coleslaw pairs well with any dish throughout the year.
Beetroot Carrot Potato Salad Recipe by Helena is another must try. Perfectly blended with the potatoes and other great delicious ingredients.

In addition, here are 5 best sides for Curry Roasted Chicken

Spring salads are perfect with roasted chicken.
Beets and carrots are perfectly paired with roasted chicken.
Roasted or steamed broccoli
Roasted vegetables go well with Curry Roasted Chicken.
Creamy mash potatoes are often paired with the Curry Roasted Chicken.
Rice is often eaten with Curry Roasted Chicken.

Curry Roasted Chicken Tip:

While the whole chicken marinades, occasionally turn the bird to make sure it is well coated while in the fridge.
While cooking, continue to base a couple times.
Do not use a baking bag as the chicken will lose texture.

Roasted Chicken With Curry Seasoning

Easy Curry Roasted Chicken Recipe that’s easy to prepare. Full of flavor and simple to make. Juicy, crispy, and easy oven roasted chicken to perfection.

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time1 hr 40 mins

Total Time1 hr 50 mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 138kcal

Author: Mirlene

Ingredients

For Roasted Chicken With Curry Seasoning

1 whole chicken giblets removed
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lime juice
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp Jamaican curry powder
1 tsp ginger

Instructions

How to make Roasted Chicken With Curry Seasoning

The method is simple. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and set aside. Wash and pat dry the whole chicken.
Place the chicken in a roasting pan lined with parchment paper. Brush to coat with the curry paste mixture. Tie the chicken legs together. Cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours or overnight.
Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and brush the chicken with the marinade again.
Cook the chicken for 10 minutes at 425°F. Afterwards, turn the temperature down to 350°F.
Roast the whole chicken at 350°F for 90 minutes, or until the temperature in the center of a thigh, not touching the bone, registers 185°F on an instant-read meat thermometer.

Notes

Step by step instructions with pictures

Roasted chicken curry seasoning mixture in white bowl

Combine all of the ingredients and set aside.

Wash and pat dry the chicken. Apply curry seasoning mixture.

roasted chicken with curry seasoning on white plate, grilled vegetables

Cook the chicken for 10 minutes at 425°F. Afterwards, turn the temperature down to 350°F. Then roast the whole chicken at 350°F for 90 minutes.

Juicy roasted chicken with curry seasoning, bell peppers, and grilled zucchini

Enjoy!

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Fried Yucca Fries

Posted On April 4, 2018 By Mirlene Last updated July 14, 2018 28 Comments

Fried Yucca Fries

Golden Crispy Fried Yucca Fries Homemade Basil Pesto Dip. Seriously addictive Fried Yucca Fries. Fresh. Crispy on the outside. Soft on the inside. Extra virgin olive oil. Accompanied with Homemade Basil Pesto Dip. Fried Yucca perfectly seasoned with salt and pepper to taste. Crowd Pleaser!

Hello, my lovely foodies. I hope everyone had a great Easter weekend! Ours was pretty low-key and was spent with our closest family – just the way we like it!

Prior to the weekend, I was telling my friend I had fried yucca fries on my mind. So this past weekend, I was determined to make fried yucca fries. I haven’t had it for so long and for some reason I thought it would have been a perfect addition to Easter dinner.

As always, great conversation over wonderful food. Not to mention it was my birthday weekend as well. Seems like the older you get, the less you count the next number that’s about to embark on you. But leave it to the kiddos, they are always there to remind you of your age!

I spent the entire weekend being reminded by my lovely children of how old I was turning – ha!

As much as I tried to relax over the weekend, a lot of the weekend was spent prepping for Easter dinner. Still, I had fried yucca fries on my mind! Hubby is also in the process of painting the house, which started on Friday. Imagine trying to prep for Easter dinner while operating around paint brushes and rollers. Not fun at all! Everything looked so chaotic in my kitchen I had to take a picture and send it to my friend so she could virtually help me cope with the chaos lol.

Fortunately, it was not as chaotic as I imagined it to be once she reminded me that I was getting what I wanted. Which is for the house to be painted.

We were able to provide a nice size selection of satisfying food to fill not only our guests for Easter dinner, but we had a small amount of leftovers for them to take home for enjoyment during the week.

Remember, I had fried yucca fries on my mind. So, from there it was pretty easy to build on the menu.

On the menu, this weekend was rice with lentils, lamb, macaroni and cheese, green beans topped with parmesan cheese, fried plantains, brownie pie covered with coconut icing and topped with strawberries and walnuts, deviled eggs which my lovely sis made, and of course golden crispy Fried Yucca Fries accompanied with Homemade Basil Pesto Dip.

The fried Yucca fries were served as appetizers. For drinks, we had lemonade for the kiddos and I used my friend’s Red Wine and Berries Lemonade recipe. My family is not a big wine drinker. The fact that they kept on going for more meant that this drink was on point! Unfortunately, I had to modify the recipe because I did not have the same honey she used, but it still came out just as great.

I can’t wait for summer barbeques to try this Red Wine and Berries Lemonade recipe again and accompanied it with my 4 Ingredient Chutney BBQ Chicken. YES! I could just taste everything now :).

Want to introduce fried yucca fries to the table?

If you are not familiar with fried yucca fries or cassava fries, you are in for a treat. Yucca is pretty much “tasteless” but absorb any flavor quite nicely. Hence the reason why I served it with Homemade Basil Pesto Dip!

Also known as cassava, “is the third-largest source of food carbohydrates in the tropics, after rice and maize”. It is either sweet or bitter. Cassava can replace potatoes in many dishes and can be prepared in similar ways – it can be boiled, mashed, fried or baked.

In South America, they call it yuca fritas!

What are cassava fries or fried yucca?

Cassava fries, also known as fried yucca fries, my friends, are famous in the Caribbean and in Latin countries. Similar to potatoes, cassava fries are cooked the same way as you would cook fries from potatoes. If you are wondering where to buy yucca? Yucca can be purchased at any local grocery store. The best part is, the nights you are feeling lazy or in a pinch of time, you can purchase a bag of frozen Yucca. I like it either way – frozen or fresh.

Is cassava or yucca part of the paleo diet?

Want to ditch the potato fries for something healthier? Well, if you are concerned about your diet and want to be sure things are maintained right within your body, you’ll be glad to know that cassava is fat-free. And because it is not a potato, and it is a rooted vegetable, it is part of the paleo diet. However, I do encourage you to do some research of your own or consult with your doctor.

Homemade Basil Pesto Dip For The Fried Yucca Fries

The best part about this appetizer that kept the family talking for hours, without realizing how much of the Fried Yuca fries they were munching on, is my amazingly easy Homemade Basil Pesto Dip. Seriously, guys, this sauce is so simple I don’t even want to call it a recipe.

If you’re wondering what’s in a basil pesto? Here’s what you need to make it.

Fresh lemon juice. That alone enhances the flavor of anything, in my opinion.
Fresh basil leaves.
Salt and pepper to taste.
Minced garlic.
Extra virgin olive oil.

Now you must be thinking, I gave you all of the ingredients to make this delicious sauce for you and your family to enjoy, but how do you make basil pesto sauce, right? Don’t worry, I got you. It’s pretty easy. Just combine all of the ingredients in a food processor and pulse away!

See! Simple as that.

Putting it all together – golden crispy Fried Yucca Fries accompanied with homemade basil pesto dip

Take each fry, dip it in the homemade basil pesto dip and enjoy!!

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Fried Yucca Fries

Golden Crispy Fried Yucca Fries Homemade Basil Pesto Dip. Seriously addictive Fried Yucca Fries. Fresh. Crispy on the outside. Soft on the inside. Extra virgin olive oil. Accompanied by Homemade Basil Pesto Dip. Fried Yucca perfectly seasoned with salt and pepper to taste. Crowd Pleaser!

Prep Time15 mins

Cook Time15 mins

Total Time30 mins

Course: Main Dish, Sides

Cuisine: American, Haitian

Servings: people

Calories: 335kcal

Author: Mirlene