One-pot Orange Honey Garlic Roasted Chicken
Ingredients
Marinade
-
2
whole
oranges
-
1
tsp
dried thyme or 1 Tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
-
¼
cup
light olive oil
-
⅛ to ¼
cup
honey
-
1
Tbsp
lemon juice
-
1 ½
tsp
minced garlic
-
½
tsp
onion powder
-
½
tsp
Kosher salt
-
½
tsp
black pepper
For the Pot
-
3 to 3.5
pounds
whole young chicken
-
3
sprigs
fresh thyme
-
½
whole
onion or 1 large shallot
-
optional
Fresh thyme and orange slices for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- 2. Rub olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper all over the chicken, including under the skin.
- 3. Combine orange juice, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, and honey to make the glaze.
- 4. Stuff the chicken cavity with orange wedges, garlic cloves, and fresh herbs. Pour the glaze over the chicken.
- 5. Place the chicken in a Dutch oven or roasting pan, cover, and roast for 30 minutes.
- 6. Remove the cover, baste the chicken, and continue roasting uncovered for another 45-50 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- 7. For crispy skin, broil for the last 2-3 minutes. Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
5-6
Calories
279
Total fat
16.9g
Total carbohydrates
15.4g
Total protein
17.5g
Sodium
52.8mg
Cholesterol
52mg
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