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Roast Chicken with Citrusy Glaze
A simple and flavorful dish that combines the brightness of citrus with the richness of roasted chicken.
⏱65 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1 chicken, whole (3-4 lbs)Make sure to pat dry the chicken before roasting
- ●1/2 cup orange juiceFreshly squeezed is best
- ●1/4 cup lemon juiceUse 2-3 lemons to get the desired amount
- ●2 tbsp honeyAdjust to taste
- ●2-inch piece gingerFresh or dried, sliced thinly
- ●2 cloves garlic, mincedUse 3-4 cloves if you love garlic
- ●1 tsp saltUse kosher or sea salt for best flavor
- ●1/2 tsp black pepperFreshly ground is best
- ●2 tbsp olive oilUse high-quality oil for the best flavor
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 2
Rinse and pat dry the chicken. Season with salt and black pepper.
- 3
In a blender or food processor, combine orange juice, lemon juice, honey, ginger, and garlic. Blend until smooth.
- 4
Place the chicken in a roasting pan and brush the citrus glaze all over the chicken.
- 5
Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and rub it all over.
- 6
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 7
Baste the chicken with the pan juices every 20 minutes to keep it moist and promote even browning.
- 8
Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving and serving.