10 Best Convection Oven Recipes and Cooking Tips - PureWow 1. Skillet Roast Chicken with Schmaltzy Potatoes. The constant, even heat of a convection oven does wonders for proteins, rendering the fat quickly and effectively for crisp, juicy results. In this recipe, you can either lower the oven temperature to 375°F, or just reduce the cooking time as the chicken gets close to doneness.