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Honey Roasted Chicken with Herb and Citrus

Honey Roasted Chicken with Herb and Citrus is ajuicy, flavorful roasted chicken with a sweet honey glaze and a fragrant mix ofherbs, garlic, and lemon inside. It's a perfect dish for a comforting familydinner or special gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:

  • 1/2 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 3 1/2 to 4 pounds whole chicken giblets discarded
  • 1 small onion quartered
  • 1 lemon halved
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • Fresh thyme and parsley sprigs
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 egg beaten, for brushing

For the Honey Glaze:

  • 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup water plus 1/2 tablespoon
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth low sodium
  • 1/2 cup white wine cooking or dry
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon butter cut into small pieces and chilled

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Prepare the Chicken:

  • Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and rub it all over with the salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  • Stuff the cavity of the chicken with the quartered onion, halved lemon, minced garlic, and a few sprigs of fresh thyme and parsley.

Brush with Butter:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons of butter and brush it all over the chicken.
  • Optionally, brush with a beaten egg to help achieve a golden, crispy skin.

Roast the Chicken:

  • Place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan or oven-safe dish.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when tested in the thickest part of the thigh.

Prepare the Honey Glaze :

  • While the chicken is roasting, whisk together ½ teaspoon cornstarch with ½ tablespoon water in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • In a saucepan, combine ½ cup water, honey, apple cider vinegar, chicken broth, white wine, and dried thyme.
  • Bring to a simmer over medium heat and let the mixture reduce for about 10-12 minutes.
  • Stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer for another 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Remove from heat and whisk in the chilled butter pieces until smooth. This will create a glossy and rich glaze.

Glaze the Chicken:

  • When the chicken has about 10-15 minutes left to roast, begin brushing it generously with the honey glaze.
  • Brush it 2-3 times during the remaining roasting time for a rich, flavorful coating.

Rest and Serve:

  • Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
  • Serve the chicken with extra honey glaze on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal
Keyword Honey roasted chicken
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